flower-of-an-hour
Nameflower-of-an-hour
Species NameHibiscus trionum
Common NameFlower-of-an-hour
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem
Foliage TypeDeciduous
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesShort-lived blooms (open for only a few hours), distinctive dark purple eye in the flower, deeply lobed leaves, and ribbed seed pods.
Description
This image displays a 'flower-of-an-hour' plant, not a bonsai specimen. It features a delicate white to pale yellow flower with a striking dark purple center and prominent yellow stamens. The plant exhibits deeply lobed green leaves and developing seed pods.
