Thespesia
Thespesia spp.
Indian Tulip tree (Thespesia populnea) flowers W IMG 6871 by J.M.Garg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Full Sun
Moderate watering
Tender
13b
USDA zone
18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
20m | Max | 6m |
5m | Min | 2m |
Flowering
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Thespesia Overview
Thespesia is a genus of around 13 shrub or tree species in the Malvaceae family. These plants have a large range including the South Pacific through Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean. The flowers of some species are similar to those of the related genus Hibiscus, which is in the same family as this genus. Other species produce more cup-shaped flowers in a range of shades including pale yellow.
Common problems with Thespesia
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How to propagate Thespesia
Seed
Propagation is by seeds in the spring.
Cuttings
Semi-ripe cuttings in the summer.
Special features of Thespesia
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Thespesia
Grown for their flowers.