Sea hibiscus.

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Niveau d'entretien

Facile

Type de plante

Evergreen shrub or tree

Lumière

Full sun

Lumière en intérieur

Soleil direct

Arrosage

Tous les 3 à 7 jours

Taille adulte

20 to 30 feet

Croissance

Rapide

Rusticité

USDA 10 à 12

Floraison

Year round in tropical climates

Entretien

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.

Arrosage

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

Engrais

Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer during the active growing season.

Taille

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

Rempotage

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

Sol

Well draining sandy or loamy soil

pH du sol

6.0 to 8.5

Température

10 à 35°C

Humidité

60 à 90%

Résistance à la sécheresse

Moyenne

Durée de vie

Perennial, typically 20 to 50 years.

Résistance aux chevreuils et lapins

Moyenne

Sécurité

Humains

This plant is not considered toxic to humans.

Enfants

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

Allergènes de contact

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

Allergènes aéroportés

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

Comestibilité

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

Comment l'identifier

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

Hauteur

3 à 9m

Envergure

2 à 6m

Feuilles

green, evergreen

Fleurs

yellow, red, 5 à 12cm

Fruits

brown, Year round

Problèmes courants

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

La cultiver

Multiplication

cuttings, seed

Quand planter

spring, summer, fall

Hivernage

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

En pot

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.

Bonnes associations

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

Espèces similaires

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

Science

Famille

Malvaceae

Genre

Talipariti

Ordre

Malvales

Classe

Magnoliopsida

Région d'origine

Tropical regions of the Old World.

Préservation

This species is widespread and not of conservation concern.

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

Intérêt pour la faune

nectar source

Pollinisateurs

abeilles, papillons

Utilisations

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

Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.

Ce qu'on demande souvent

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.

D'où vient le nom

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.

Bon à savoir

• 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.