Hibiscus surattensis, commonly known as Bush Sorrel, is a perennial herb that is often grown as an annual in cooler climates. It is native to tropical regions including Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, where it thrives in open woodlands and along forest margins. This species can reach a height of 10-15 feet (3-4.6 meters) and a width of 5-10 feet (1.5-3 meters), with a bushy growth habit. The leaves are deeply lobed and the plant produces distinctive yellow flowers with a dark red center throughout the summer, which are quite showy and attract pollinators.

Bush Sorrel is valued for its ornamental flowers and its ability to grow quickly, providing a lush, tropical feel to gardens. It is used in a variety of settings, including as a border plant, in mixed beds, and as a specimen plant in tropical-themed gardens. It prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium amounts of water, thriving in well-drained soils. While it is not particularly drought-tolerant, it can withstand short periods of dryness once established. It is not commonly known to suffer from serious pest or disease problems, but it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0