Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow)
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark maroon flower and deep red maple-like serrated leaf foliage
Botanical name: Hibiscus acetosella
Common names: African Rosemallow, Maple Sugar, Red Hibiscus, Cranberry Shield
Family: Malvaceae
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Cold tolerance: 20°F
Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Pink; red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Foliage color: Ornamental foliage
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsThis spectacular hibiscus has attractive maple shaped dark red foliage and mauve flowers. Leaves are edible, full of vitamin C, and great for salads. It forms an upright bush, blooms late in the season. Flower is very similar to Hibiscus cannabinus.
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Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) showing deep purple foliage with lobed leaf shapes on stems.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark burgundy foliage spreading across the stems.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with tall slender stems holding dark leaves and pink flowers.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) shows intense dark purple serrated leaves grouped on the woody stems.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) pink flower with deep purple center and dark, lobed purple leaves
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with open pink flower petals against deep purple colored leaves.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) showing dark purple foliage with jagged edges on thick red stems.
Hibiscus acetosella with dark purple leaves and pointed maroon flower buds
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with deep maroon foliage and tall, upright stems reaching toward the sky.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) deep maroon leaves with sharp serrated edges on multiple thin stems.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) flower open atop dark foliage with delicate pink petals and center.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark burgundy foliage and thin upright stems in sunlight
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) flower with dark red petals and matching jagged foliage on stems.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) stems with serrated deep purple leaves reaching out from the ground
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) deep purple flower bud emerging among burgundy foliage on the stem
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark purple maple shaped leaves growing on stiff red stems
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) flower showing soft pink petals surrounding a deep purple center core.
Hibiscus acetosella dark purple foliage and flower buds clustered on the woody stem.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) magenta flower with thin, veined petals and a central orange stamen cluster.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark maroon, jagged, maple-like leaves spreading across the stems.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) flower with dark red petals and yellow anthers in center.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) thick stems with jagged leaves growing within a plastic nursery pot.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) showing distinct palm-like foliage with deep maroon color.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark maroon flower and deep purple, serrated maple-like leaves.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) showing dark pink petals against deep purple jagged maple-like leaves.
Hibiscus acetosella deep purple leaves with jagged edges and dark foliage tones.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) leaves with deep red color and sharp edges on thin branches.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) deep red flower center with golden yellow stamens in close up.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) flower open wide with many dark purple leaves surrounding the petals
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) flower with textured dark petals and a prominent yellow center stamen.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with rich maroon foliage and wet, deeply lobed leaf edges visible
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with deep purple palm-shaped leaves on a slender branch.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) leaves with a deep purple tone and textured surface.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with contrasting purple and green leaves growing near the ground.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with open pink flowers among deep purple maple-shaped foliage.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark purple foliage and pink flower on the plant.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) showing a dark red flower surrounded by deep purple lobed leaves
Hibiscus acetosella 'Mauritius' (Cranberry Hibiscus) ornamental shrub with striking burgundy foliage and deep red flowers. Grows up to 6 ft tall, suitable for warm climates and edible landscaping.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) grows into a dense shrub with distinct deep red lobed leaves.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) flower open amid deep purple leaves on the stems.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with delicate pink flowers nestled among dark purple maple-like foliage
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) deep red lobed leaves growing on a multi-stemmed plant.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) with dark purple leaves and open pink flowers on thin branches.
Hibiscus acetosella (African Rosemallow) magenta flowers nestled among thick, deeply lobed, dark maroon foliage branches
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African Cranberry Hibiscus. Seeds germinate easily and it is recommended to replace old woody leggy plants with new seedlings every couple years. Trimming is beneficial to keep a compact and bushy shape.
This fast growing bush is covered with beautiful dark red flowers several times a year. Leaves are edible, acidic, rich of vitamin C, good for teas and salads. Very similar to Hibiscus cannabinus but with dark red leaves.
All parts of the plant are edible and can be used for delicious tea or in a salad. Very fast growing, forms a large bush in one season. Tolerates dry conditions. Grow your edible landscape in no time!
With proper care and protection, this plant can provide a striking display of color and texture in the garden year after year.
Learn more about edible hibiscus: Most useful Hibiscus plants.
Ordering seeds info
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Seed Germination Mix #3, professional grade
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This fast growing bush is covered with beautiful dark red flowers several times a year. Leaves are edible, acidic, rich of vitamin C, good for teas and salads. Very similar to Hibiscus cannabinus but with dark red leaves.
All parts of the plant are edible and can be used for delicious tea or in a salad. Very fast growing, forms a large bush in one season. Tolerates dry conditions. Grow your edible landscape in no time!
With proper care and protection, this plant can provide a striking display of color and texture in the garden year after year.
Learn more about edible hibiscus: Most useful Hibiscus plants.
Ordering seeds info
RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES:
Seed Germination Mix #3, professional grade
SUNSHINE-Epi - Seeds and cuttings booster
SUNSHINE Bombino - Young Plant Booster
Per pack: 12 seeds
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