Abutilon pictum (Golden Rain Flowering Maple)

Abutilon pictum (Golden Rain Flowering Maple) with numerous orange bell flowers and variegated green leaves.

Botanical name: Abutilon pictum

Common names: Golden Rain Flowering Maple, Thompsons Flowering Maple, Bell Flower

Family: Malvaceae

Origin: South America

USDA Zone: 8-10

Plant form: Large bush

Mature height: 5-10 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: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange

Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Abutilon pictum, also known as the Golden Rain Flowering Maple, is a fast-growing tropical flowering shrub that is prized for its speckled, maple-shaped leaves and showy, coral-orange flowers. This striking shrub is a great accent or border plant for areas that don't experience frost, as it can easily be espaliered against a wall. Abutilon pictum Thompsonii, a variety with golden leaf variegation and peach colored flowers with red veins, is an especially showy container specimen and a beautiful addition to any bright patio or indoor location.

Abutilon pictum is native to South America and is grown in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 8-10. It requires a wa