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Hibiscus tiliaceus

A hibiscus tiliaceus at the Golden Ponds of Keawaiki on The Big Island of Hawaii
Hibiscus tiliaceus is called hau here. This large shrub was growing at the Golden Ponds of Keawaiki, which is a little oasis in a wasteland of lava. The different colored flowers, on the same plant, occur because the flowers only last for a day. They start out yellow and turn to red or orange as the day progresses.

Chinese hibiscus

Chinese HibiscusChinese Hibiscus

This striking flower, with its long and dramatic stamen, comes in several colors. The flowers only last for one day, but there are usually plenty more waiting for their chance to take center stage.

For more information about this and other Hawaiian flowers, go to wildlifeofhawaii.com/flowers/.