Marsh Hibiscus

Hibiscus moscheutos

The marsh hibiscus is a perennial marsh plant with:

• A broad, round base.
• Round stems with tiny hairs.
• Grayish-green, wedge-shaped leaves that have velvety undersides and can grow to 8 inches.

Hibiscus flowers bloom on the plant from late spring through early fall. Flowers are 6 to 8 inches in diameter and have:

• Five pink or white petals.
• A brilliant yellow central stamen.
• A deep pink to burgundy center.

Marsh hibiscus plants can grow to 7 feet tall.

Where does the marsh hibiscus grow?

Marsh hibiscus plants can be found in fresh and salt marshes along the coast. They also grow in upper Piedmont Valley wetlands.

Other facts about the marsh hibiscus:

• The marsh hibiscus has been used medicinally (in the form of tea) to treat digestive and urinary tract inflammations.