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Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus syriacus

Photo by Joey99
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Field Notes

Description:

This plant was growing next to a pond next to a house. The plant is about 5-6 feet high.

Habitat:

Along side of a pond

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (2)
Joey99
Thanks for your ID SukanyaDatta. No, the flowers didn't appear old and I did not notice any of the petals coming loose. Joe
SukanyaDatta
Looks a lot like Rose of Sharon or Hibiscus syriacus. Is this an old flower with petals coming loose? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus_syriacus
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PublishedJuly 28, 2014

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