Hibiscus schizopetalus - Japanese Lantern Kitchen Towel

Hibiscus schizopetalus (schizo means split and petalus means petal) - Japanese lantern, is native to tropical areas in eastern Africa. Its flowers droop in a manner reminiscent of Japanese lanterns, hence the common name. It typically grows as a narrow, woody, evergreen shrub to 6-9’ tall. Lantern-like flowers (to 3” across) bloom seasonally. Each flower features fringed, pink to red petals and a long slender pendent central column. This plant is synonymous with and formerly known as Hibiscus rosa-sinensis var. schizopetalus. It is commonly called fringed hibiscus or fringed rosemallow.