Mazhar Botanic Garden

Malvaviscus drummondii Torr. & A. Gray)

Sleepy hibiscus

Sample code: EGY-MBG-001224
Common name: Sleepy hibiscus
English name: Drummond wax-mallow
Arabic name: ملفا درومندياي
Native: Mexico Central; Texas
Country: Cuba Florida Mexico Texas
(PGR): Rare

Evergreen shrub grow 1-3 m tall Leaves simple, alternate

New: Malvaviscus arboreus var drummondii (Torr & A Gray) schery

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Texture: Clay Loam Sandy
Fertility: Intermediate
Drainage: Moderately well drained
Salinity: Low
Water Sources: Drought-tolerant plant
Climates: Subtropics
Lights: Full sun Light shade
Propagation: Stem cuttings
Flowering time: All year
Zone: 8 : 11
pH range: 5.5-7.2

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