Hibiscus schizopetalus (Japanese Lantern)
Botanical Information
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Hibiscus |
| Species | schizopetalus |
| Category | Annuals, Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Origin | Eastern Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 12 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H1b |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 10 - 16 |
| Temperature (°F) | 50 - 60 |
| Height | 1.5 - 2.5 m |
| Spread | 1.5 - 2 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Hibiscus schizopetalus or Japanese Lantern is an annual evergreen shrub with beautiful, drooping, fringed, pink-red flowers. |
| Landscape | Makes a pleasing container plant. Will attract butterflies. |
| Pests | No serious pests or diseases of note. Aphids could be a minor or occasional problem. |
| Notable Specimens | Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada. |
| Leaf Description | Ovate, serrate, dark green, up to 13 cm long. |
| Flower Description | Up to 7.5 cm wide with pink-red, recurved, divided and fringed petals. |
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