How to grow Mahoe

Hibiscus elatus

Fertilize three times a year (spring, summer and autumn). Plant this tree 12 to 15 feet away from the house or building.

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The botanical epithet is from the Latin elatus meaning “tall”

The name mahoe is derived from a Carib Indian word. The Blue refers to blue-green streaks in the polished wood, giving it a distinctive appearance.¹

Blue Mahoe

Hibiscus elatus Sw., Tilipariti tiliaceum

¹ jis.gov.jm/symbols/jamaican-national-tree-the-blue-mahoe/

² south-florida-plant-guide.com/mahoe-tree.html