Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Malvaceae

Genus:

Hibiscus

Species:

Hibiscus denudatus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Purple

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★★☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid desert regions