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Hibiscus sp.
Hibiscus (pron.: /hɨˈbɪskəs/ or /haɪˈbɪskəs/) is a genus of flowering plants in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is quite large, containing several hundred species that are native to warm-temperate, subtropical and tropical regions throughout the world. Member species are often noted for their showy flowers and are commonly known simply as hibiscus, or less widely known as rose mallow. The genus includes both annual and perennial herbaceous plants, as well as woody shrubs and small trees. The generic name is derived from the Greek word ἱβίσκος (hibískos), which was the name Pedanius Dioscorides (ca. 40–90) gave to Althaea officinalis.
Spotted on May 24, 2013
Submitted on May 24, 2013
2 Comments
Yes! but I loved the picture is completely under the sun!:)
These are always a pleasure to see when the sun is shining on them Ali :-)