Abutilon Tiger – Lantern Hibiscus

Description

🌼 Abutilon Tiger – The Striped Beauty of the Lantern Hibiscus Family

The Abutilon Tiger, also known as the Lantern Hibiscus or Flowering Maple, is an exotic showstopper admired for its fiery orange-yellow blooms veined with deep red stripes. These elegant, hanging lantern-like flowers make it one of the most eye-catching and unique varieties of the Abutilon family.

🌺 Plant Description:
Abutilon Tiger produces vivid orange blooms streaked with crimson veins, resembling glowing tiger stripes — hence its name. The bell-shaped flowers dangle gracefully beneath lush, green, maple-like leaves, creating a tropical, lantern-lit effect. Perfect for containers, borders, or patios, this plant blooms almost year-round in warm weather.

✨ Key Features:
🐅 Striking orange-yellow flowers with red “tiger” veins
🌿 Lush green, maple-shaped foliage
☀️ Thrives in full sun to partial shade
💧 Moderate watering needs – prefers slightly moist soil
🏡 Ideal for pots, verandas, and ornamental garden corners

📦 Plant Details:
Common Name: Abutilon Tiger / Lantern Hibiscus / Flowering Maple
Botanical Name: Abutilon × hybridum
Plant Type: Flowering Shrub
Flower Color: Orange-Yellow with Red Veins
Foliage: Green, Maple-shaped
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering: Moderate & Regular
Soil Type: Well-drained fertile soil
Blooming Season: Nearly year-round in warm regions
Maintenance: Low to Medium

💫 Why You’ll Love It:
The Abutilon Tiger (Lantern Hibiscus) brings a burst of tropical color and wild beauty to any garden. Its tiger-striped blooms and graceful lantern shape make it a standout plant — perfect for adding warmth, vibrancy, and exotic charm to your green space. 🌼🐅✨