Brother of Hibiscus is found alive and well on Maui

(Pensoft Publishers) Most people are familiar with Hibiscus flowers -- they are an iconic symbol of tropical resorts worldwide where they are commonly planted in the landscape. Only a few, however, are aware of an equally beautiful and highly endangered related group of plants known as Hibiscadelphus -- literally 'brother of Hibiscus.' Remarkably, in 2012 scientists found a population of these unique trees in a remote, steep valley on the west side of Maui.

Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - July 31, 2014 Category: Biology Source Type: news