Hibiscus trionum (Bladder Hibiscus) - Image 3

Botanical name: Hibiscus trionum

Common names: Bladder Hibiscus, Bladder Ketmia, Flower-of-the-hour, Modesty, Venice Mallow

Family: Malvaceae

Origin: Eastern Mediterranean

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
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