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Abelmoschus manihot

Family Malvaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H1 - G2   Australia:   1 - 5  
Care Level
Height
Spread
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The tender perennial Abelmoschus manihot is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant blooms during early summer to mid-autumn. The showy glossy foliage is medium green in colour and bold in texture. Abelmoschus manihot yields showy fruit. A specimen plant, Abelmoschus manihot can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, culinary, dried flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Abelmoschus manihot .
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Abelmoschus manihot grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Abelmoschus manihot can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.