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Hibiscus tiliaceus, commonly called
sea hibiscus or mahoe, is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to
tropical regions of Asia where it is often found growing along coasts and in
low moist areas. It is now grown as an ornamental in tropical and subtropical
areas around the world. It
typically grows to 12-25′ tall. Intertwined trunks and branches often sprawl
over the ground to form large impenetrable colonies. Showy funnel-shaped
flowers bloom throughout the year. Each flower has five overlapping petals and
a pronounced central staminal column consisting of the stamens and pistil.
Flowers last only one day, opening in the morning as lemon yellow with dark
maroon throats, but turning dull red by evening when they drop to the ground.
Simple, heart-shaped leaves (to 8″long and 6″ wide) with pointed tips
are bright green above and hairy gray-green beneath. Fruits are brown ovoid dry
capsules. Roots and flowers have medicinal value. In Asia, mahoe is harvested
for the fiber in its trunk which is made into rope.
Growing Instructions
1. Soak the seeds in water for several
hours.
2. Scarify the seeds by nicking or
sanding the seed coat
3. Put a mixture of potting soil and
sand or perlite into a pot with drainage holes in the base. The soil
should be moist and well-drained.
4. Sow the seeds on the soil.
5. Cover the seeds with a layer of
soil that is 0.5 inches thick.
6. Water the seeds. Keep the soil
moist but not wet.
7. When the plants are a few inches
tall, they can be transplanted.
Robert (verified owner) –
WOW!! Not one dud in the bunch!! Shortly after planting they started growing ! These are really great packet of seeds!!!
Henry (verified owner) –
Good quality.
Samuel (verified owner) –
Good service.
Matthew (verified owner) –
Very healthy seeds! Well worth it.
Hayden (verified owner) –
The seeds had a great germination rate