Family: Malvaceae

Lemonyellow rosemallow is an herbaceous groundcover with a low, prostrate, spreading habit. Flowering year-round, blooming peaks from the Winter to the Spring. Solitary yellow hibiscus-like flowers with a red/brown center grow from the leaf axils, often congested at the ends of branches. Velvety green leaves make up the foliage, an excellent ground cover. It grows best with full sun and regular water. Native to tropical Africa and Madagascar, it is used as food, fiber, medicine, and thatching.

Plant Uses:

• Container plant
• Edible
• Erosion control
• Medicinal
• Ornamental

Plant Dangers:

• No dangers