SPECIMEN NO. #67
⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS
Family: Malvaceae
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Common Name: Chinese Hibiscus
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
YES (Toxic)
Toxic to Cats?
YES (Toxic)
Clinical Symptoms:
Vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, anorexia.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Direct Sun
Minimum Light Requirement
4000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
12000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 5 Days
Temperature Envelope
15°C – 32°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
60% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
3152559
Native Biogeographical Range
Armenia | Leticia | Manizales | Pasto; Caribbean; East Africa; Galápagos Islands...