Texas Star Hibiscus
- Linda Hlozansky
- Oct 3
- 1 min read
The Texas Star hibiscus is a moisture-loving variety of hibiscus that produces large, striking, star-shaped flowers in both white and bright crimson. Keep reading to learn more about Texas Star hibiscus care and how to grow Texas Star hibiscus plants in the garden and landscape. Texas Star Hibiscus Info: There are at least 200 distinct species of hibiscus in the world, which means there should be one for every gardening need. So, what is a Texas Star hibiscus, and what sets it apart? The Texas Star species (Hibiscus coccineus) is native to the southern United States and Pacific Coast. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 11, though it will die back to the ground and regrow in the spring in colder areas, sometimes as cold as zone 5.
It goes by several names, including swamp hibiscus, scarlet rose mallow, and red hibiscus. It is best identified by its flowers, which are sometimes white but often deep, bright red. The flowers have five long, narrow petals that form an unmistakable star shape. These flowers can reach 6 inches (15 cm.) in diameter. The plant usually reaches 6 to 8 feet in height (2 m.) but can grow as tall as 10 feet (3 m.). Its leaves are long and star-shaped, and it often gets mistaken for
marijuana.
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