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 sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
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Hibiscus trionum (Bladder Hibiscus) white flower with dark center and green seed pods close up
Hibiscus trionum (Bladder Hibiscus) white flower with a deep purple center next to green seed pods.


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