Grewia lasiocarpa (Elepants Ear Grewia)
Grewia lasiocarpa (Elephants Ear Grewia) white flower with yellow center and large green leaves behind.
Botanical name: Grewia lasiocarpa
Common names: Elepants Ear Grewia, Forest Raisin, Shaggy Raisin
Family: Malvaceae
Subfamily: Grewioideae
Origin: South Africa
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Plant form: Large bush; suitable for bonsai
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Pink
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsTall shrub or small tree with beautiful pink flowers and large, velvet, round leaves 2-4" wide. Rare plant; leaves are very ornamental tropical looking. Cold hardy at least to light frost. Fast growing.
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