Hibiscus sp.
Hibiscus, Hibiscus
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Family: Malvaceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Hibiscus sp. (Hibiscus) is a non-native California perennial in the Malvaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Malva: Hibiscus has 5-12 bracts and 5-branched style; Malva has 3 bracts and numerous style branches (as many as fruit segments).; vs Rosa: Hibiscus has a central column of fused stamens and 5-branched style; Rosa has separate stamens radiating from center.; vs Rhododendron: Hibiscus has fused stamens forming a central tube; Rhododendron has 5-10 separate stamens and woody stems.; vs Alyogyne: Hibiscus has bracts separate to base; Alyogyne bracts are fused into a cup around the flower base.; vs Pandorea: Hibiscus has a column of fused stamens; Pandorea is a woody vine with tubular flowers and paired opposite leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hibiscus sp. native to California?
No. Hibiscus sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Hibiscus sp. belong to?
Hibiscus sp. is in the Malvaceae family, genus Hibiscus.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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