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What are the characteristics and symbolic meanings of the little hibiscus?

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The little hibiscus is a perennial subshrub woody plant in the Malvaceae family. Its flowering period runs from summer to autumn each year, blooming continuously, with very many flower buds, light petals, and a delicate flower shape. It is mostly produced in Shandong, Anhui and Jiangsu in China and other places.

Other names for the little hibiscus

South African mallow, mini hibiscus and anise herb; in Taiwan, China it is mostly called: Yulinglong, Linglong fusang

Growth habits of the little hibiscus

The little hibiscus is suitable for pot cultivation. The growing medium should be a soil with good permeability and drainage; ordinary commercial potting soil available on the market will do.

The little hibiscus likes light and needs to receive more than 6 hours of light every day. Sufficient light ensures vigorous plant growth. It is often placed for viewing, such as on an indoor balcony, windowsill and other bright places.

The little hibiscus likes fertilizer. With sufficient fertilizer, the little hibiscus grows rapidly and blooms profusely. For young plants, balanced fertilizer is mainly used; in early summer, a fertilizer with a relatively high phosphorus content should be applied. The little hibiscus blooms a lot, so fertilizer consumption is also relatively high; apply liquid fertilizer once every 1-2 weeks or so, and stop fertilizing in winter when it enters dormancy.

The flower language of the little hibiscus

Brilliant, sunny, giving encouragement of love.

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