Fremontodendron sp. (Flannelbush)

Fremontodendron sp. (Flannelbush) yellow flower on a green plant with textured lobed leaves.

Botanical name: Fremontodendron sp.

Common name: Flannelbush

Family: Malvaceae

Origin: Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant used for bonsaiLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunModerate waterRegular waterYellow, orange flowersSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

The leaves have a leathery and fuzzy texture reminiscent of flannel (thus the name), and the yellow and orange flowers are large and showy. The hairs of the leaves and young shoots can cause skin irritation.

Similar plants: Fremontodendron sp. (Flannelbush)


Fremontodendron sp. (Flannelbush) yellow flower and green leaves on shrub branch close up
Fremontodendron sp. (Flannelbush) dark green lobed leaves on brown wooden branches close up.
Fremontodendron californicum


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