Puarangi
Puarangi is the common name for several species of hibiscus found in New Zealand.[1]
- Hibiscus diversifolius, also known as swamp hibiscus, and prickly hibiscus. Native to New Zealand and numerous other countries. Petals are pale yellow with a maroon base, making a maroon centre to the flower.
- Hibiscus richardsonii. Native to New Zealand and New South Wales, Australia. Petals are entirely pale yellow.[2]
- Hibiscus trionum. Naturalised in New Zealand – historically considered native, until the native H. richardsonii was recognised as a separate species. Petals are pale yellow with a maroon base, making a maroon centre to the flower.[2]
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Hibiscus diversifolius -
Hibiscus richardsonii -
Hibiscus trionum
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References[edit]
- ^ "Herb of the Month – Puarangi – Native Hibiscus Hibiscus trionum". Canterbury Horticultural Society. Retrieved 27 May 2023.
- ^ a b Craven, L. A.; de Lange, P. J.; Lally, T. R.; Murray, B. G.; Johnson, S. B. (2011). "A taxonomic re-evaluation of Hibiscus trionum (Malvaceae) in Australasia". New Zealand Journal of Botany. 49 (1). doi:10.1080/0028825X.2010.542762. Retrieved 27 May 2023.
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