What is Hibiscus syriacus?
Q: What is Hibiscus syriacus?
A: Hibiscus syriacus is a common flowering shrub found in gardens and a species of Hibiscus.
Q: What are some common names for Hibiscus syriacus?
A: Some common names for Hibiscus syriacus include Rose of Sharon (but it is not a rose), rose mallow, shrub-althaea, Syrian hibiscus, Syrian ketmia, and St Joseph's rod.
Q: Where is the origin of Hibiscus syriacus?
A: The part of the name "syriacus" seems to say that the origin of this plant is from Syria, but the exact origin is so far unknown.
Q: Where was Hibiscus syriacus historically grown?
A: Historically it was grown in ancient China and then it became a popular plant in Korea.
Q: What are the national symbols of Korea?
A: Today the flowers of Hibiscus syriacus are national symbols of Korea.
Q: How are the flowers of Hibiscus syriacus used in Japan?
A: In Japan, the flowers of Hibiscus syriacus are often shown at tea ceremonies for decoration.
Q: Why are there many variations of flowers in gardens?
A: There are many variations of flowers in gardens because gardeners of the past were able to find different colors and shapes of flowers, and grow their seeds.
