| Common Names |
Sea Hibiscus, Mahoe, Coastal Hibiscus, Beach Hibiscus |
| Family |
Malvaceae (Mallow Family) |
| Origin |
Tropical coastlines worldwide (Asia, Pacific, Caribbean) |
| Plant Type |
Flowering Shrub / Tree |
| Life Cycle |
Perennial |
| Food Forest Layer |
Mid-Story / Canopy / Windbreak Layer |
| Mature Size |
10–25 ft tall (can be pruned smaller) |
| Light |
Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Water Needs |
Low to Moderate |
| Harvest Season |
Year-round foliage and flower production |
| Time to Harvest |
1 year for edible flowers/leaves |
| Self-Fertile |
Yes |
| Growth Rate |
Fast |
| Zones |
USDA Zones 9–11 |
| Florida Native |
No (naturalized in coastal areas) |
| Propagation |
Cuttings, Seeds |
| Seasonal Characteristics |
Evergreen in warm zones; deciduous in mild winters |
