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Balibago, beach hibiscus, bhendi, coastal cottonwood, coastal hibiscus, cottonwood hibiscus, green cottonwood, hau, kurrajong, native hibiscus, native rosella, Norfolk hibiscus, purau, sea hibiscus, sea rosemallow, vau tree, waru
Hibiscus tiliaceus is a species of flowering tree in the mallow family, Malvaceae, that is native to the Old World tropics. Common names include sea hibiscus, beach hibiscus, coastal (or coast) hibiscus, coastal (or coast) cottonwood, green cottonwood, native hibiscus, native rosella, cottonwood hibiscus, kurrajong, sea rosemallow, Norfolk hibiscus, balibago (Tagalog), bhendi (Marathi), balibago (Tagalog), waru (Indonesian), hau (Hawaiian), purau (Tahitian), and vau tree. The specific epithet, "tiliaceus", refers to its resemblance to the related Tilia species.
Hibiscus tiliaceus, also known as Sea Hibiscus or Beach Hibiscus, is a coastal plant native to tropical regions. In Qatar, it is cultivated as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers and ability to thrive in salty soils. It is often found in landscaped areas, parks, and along coastlines, where it can tolerate high temperatures, salt spray, and drought. Its presence in Qatar's urban landscapes adds a touch of tropical beauty and helps to stabilize soil in coastal areas.
Cottonwood hibiscus (sea rosemallow, Hibiscus tilliaceus) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, March 21, 2016
Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Yellow flower of cottonwood hibiscus (sea rosemallow, Hibiscus tilliaceus) from a trimmed tree in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, April 12, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Back lit yellow flower of cottonwood hibiscus (sea rosemallow, Hibiscus tilliaceus) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, April 12, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Flower of cottonwood hibiscus (sea rosemallow, Hibiscus tilliaceus) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, April 12, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Close up of a flower of cottonwood hibiscus (sea rosemallow, Hibiscus tilliaceus) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, April 12, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Cottonwood hibiscus (sea rosemallow, Hibiscus tilliaceus) with flowers in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, April 26, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, Qatar
Yellow flower of cottonwood hibiscus (sea rosemallow, Hibiscus tilliaceus) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, April 26, 2016Al Markhiya St, Doha, QatarThe Cottonwood hibiscus (Hibiscus tilliaceus) was observed in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street in Doha, Qatar. On March 21, 2016, the plant was seen, and later on April 12, 2016, its yellow flowers were observed, including a backlit flower and a close-up of a single bloom. The flowers were also seen on trimmed trees. By April 26, 2016, the plant had more flowers, with multiple yellow blooms visible. The observations suggest that the plant blooms in the spring, with flowers present from at least March to April. The yellow flowers of the Cottonwood hibiscus were a notable feature of the plant's appearance during this time. Overall, the plant was observed to have a vibrant display of yellow flowers during the spring season in Qatar.
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