Definition of Hibiscus syriacus

1. Noun. Asiatic shrub or small shrubby tree having showy bell-shaped rose or purple or white flowers and usually three-lobed leaves; widely cultivated in temperate North America and Europe.

Exact synonyms: Rose Of Sharon
Generic synonyms: Hibiscus

Lexicographical Neighbors of Hibiscus Syriacus

Hiberno-English
Hiberno English
Hibernophile
Hibernophiles
Hibernophilia
Hibiscus cannabinus
Hibiscus elatus
Hibiscus esculentus
Hibiscus farragei
Hibiscus heterophyllus
Hibiscus moschatus
Hibiscus moscheutos
Hibiscus mutabilis
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Hibiscus sabdariffa
Hibiscus syriacus (current term)
Hibiscus tiliaceus
Hibiscus trionum
Hibs
Hichens
Hick
Hicken
Hickes
Hickey
Hickin
Hicking
Hicklin
Hickling
Hickock
Hicks

Literary usage of Hibiscus syriacus

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Trees & Shrubs for English Gardens by Ernest Thomas Cook (1902)
"These are known as Tree Ivies, and are invaluable in shady spots. Hibiscus syriacus, 6 to 7 feet. Hydrangea Hortensia (Common Hydrangea), 4 to 8 feet; ..."

2. The Standard Cyclopedia of Horticulture: A Discussion for the Amateur, and by Liberty Hyde Bailey (1916)
"Hibiscus syriacus var. Mee- Hydrangea arborescens var. grandiflora. Hydrangea paniculata var. ... Hibiscus syriacus in variety. *Hippophae rhamnoides. ..."

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