Malvaviscus concinnus is a tropical shrub native to Mexico, featuring attractive red, tubular flowers that bloom year-round. It thrives in warm climates and adds vibrant
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect light.
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid intense afternoon sun, which can scorch leaves.
Keep soil consistently moist.
75% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures are suitable.
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Feed during the growing season.
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering frequency during winter months when the plant is less actively growing, but do not let the soil become completely dry.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain a neat shape and encourage vigorous growth.
Light pruning can be done throughout the growing season to shape the plant and deadhead spent flowers.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix.
Keep in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Repot young plants annually, and mature plants every 2-3 years, in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one with good drainage.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost. Water thoroughly after repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Malvaviscus Concinnus (Malvaviscus concinnus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Malvaviscus |
| Species | Malvaviscus concinnus |
Similar in genus Malvaviscus
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