Sea hibiscus.

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Nivel de cuidados

Fácil

Tipo de planta

Evergreen shrub or tree

Luz

Full sun

Luz en interior

Sol directo

Riego

Cada 3 a 7 días

Tamaño adulto

20 to 30 feet

Ritmo de crecimiento

Rápido

Rusticidad

USDA 10 a 12

Floración

Year round in tropical climates

Cuidados

Keep this plant in a spot with plenty of sun to encourage the best flowering. Watch for yellowing leaves which might mean it is getting too much water, and keep an eye out for common pests like aphids. It is very forgiving once established and handles windy, salty environments well.

Riego

Water deeply when the top few inches of soil feel dry to the touch.

Abonado

Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer during the active growing season.

Poda

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

Trasplante

Move to a larger container once the roots begin to circle the pot.

Suelo

Well draining sandy or loamy soil

pH del suelo

6.0 to 8.5

Temperatura

10 a 35°C

Humedad

60 a 90%

Tolerancia a la sequía

Moderada

Longevidad

Perennial, typically 20 to 50 years.

Resistencia a ciervos y conejos

Moderada

Seguridad

Personas

This plant is not considered toxic to humans.

Niños

The plant is generally safe, but the woody stems and seed pods could pose a minor choking hazard if ingested.

Alérgenos por contacto

The fine hairs on the leaves and stems can cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Alérgenos en el aire

Pollen may cause mild reactions in those with severe seasonal allergies.

Comestibilidad

The flowers and young leaves are edible, but always ensure they are harvested from areas free of pesticides or pollutants.

Cómo identificarla

• Heart shaped leathery green leaves
• Large yellow flowers with dark centers
• Flowers turn reddish orange by evening
• Smooth gray bark on mature trunks

Altura

3 a 9m

Anchura

2 a 6m

Hojas

green, evergreen

Flores

yellow, red, 5 a 12cm

Frutos

brown, Year round

Problemas frecuentes

• Aphids — Small insects that cluster on new growth and suck plant sap.
• Scale — Hard-shelled insects that attach to stems and leaves.

Cómo cultivarla

Propagación

cuttings, seed

Cuándo plantar

spring, summer, fall

Cuidados en invierno

In cooler climates, move the container indoors to a bright, frost-free location. Keep the soil slightly drier during the winter months.

En maceta

It grows well in large containers, but ensure the pot is at least 50 liters to accommodate the root system.

Plant near other salt tolerant species to create a cohesive coastal landscape.

Buenas compañeras

• Sea grape — They share similar coastal environmental requirements.
• Helianthus debilis — It makes a great low growing groundcover beneath the tree.

Especies parecidas

• Chinese hibiscus — They share the same family and similar flower structures.

Ciencia

Familia

Malvaceae

Género

Talipariti

Orden

Malvales

Clase

Magnoliopsida

Distribución natural

Tropical regions of the Old World.

Conservación

This species is widespread and not of conservation concern.

It is a pioneer species that thrives in coastal environments and mangrove edges.

Valor para la fauna

nectar source

Polinizadores

abejas, mariposas

Usos

ornamental hedge, coastal erosion control, traditional cordage, culinary flower

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.

Lo que más preguntan

Does it need full sun?

Yes, it thrives in full sun for the best flowering.

Can it grow in a pot?

It can be kept in a large container but will eventually need pruning to manage its size.

De dónde viene el nombre

The genus name Talipariti is derived from a local Malabar name, while the specific epithet tiliaceum refers to the resemblance of its leaves to the Tilia or linden tree.

Bueno saberlo

• The inner bark produces a strong fiber historically used to make rope.
• It is highly salt tolerant, making it perfect for seaside gardens.
• The flowers open yellow in the morning and turn reddish by evening.