Red Rose

Hibiscus kokio subsp. kokio

The Red Rose is a classic flower known for its deep red color and sweet smell. It symbolizes love and friendship.

Habitat: Gardens and parks

Appearance

The Red Rose (Hibiscus kokio subsp. kokio) is a vibrant shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves. Its showy, deep red flowers are crinkled and often have a darker throat, making them visually distinct from typical garden roses.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMalvalesFamilyMalvaceaeGenusHibiscus

Red Rose

Interesting facts

Ancient Hawaiians sometimes used its inner bark to weave strong ropes.

Believe it or not, some people say its petals have a tangy, cranberry-like taste!

Its showy red petals usually unfurl and wither all in a single day!

This beautiful flower is only found wild on the Hawaiian Islands!

Special abilities

Red Rose has a long central column of stamens that helps it present nectar, guiding pollinators efficiently to its sweet reward.

Red Rose can flower year-round in its warm habitat, ensuring it always has blooms ready to attract helpers for reproduction.

Red Rose has adapted to grow in moist, often volcanic soils, allowing it to thrive in specific, damp Hawaiian forest environments.

Measurements & details

Height: 100-600 cm
Spread: 100-300 cm
Flower Size: 10-15 cm
Bloom Season: Year-round
Is Edible: Yes
Toxicity: None
Lifecycle: Perennial
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Hawaiian yellow-faced bee

Hylaeus kuakea

Feeds on nectar, transferring pollen.

pollinates

I'iwi

Vestiaria coccinea

Native Hawaiian honeycreeper sips nectar.

parasitizes

Red ambrosia beetle

Xyleborus ferrugineus

Introduced pest bores into stems.

Traits

Deciduous

Discover the magic of plants that shed all their leaves during a particular season, often putting on a spectacular show of fall colors first. They get ready for a fresh start!

Ornamental

These lovely plants are grown simply because they are so beautiful to look at, adding splashes of color and interesting shapes to any garden or landscape.

Shrub

These amazing plants are like nature's bushy sculptures, having woody stems that branch out from the ground to create a lovely, full shape.

Summer Blooming

Enjoy the sunny days with these vibrant plants that show off their stunning flowers all through the warmest months, adding color to the long summer days.

Fragrant Flower

Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!