Lion Tail Hibiscus
This double hibiscus, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'El Capitolio Sport" is originally from Cuba, the heritage of ‘El Capitolio’ is unknown. It’s not ...
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This double hibiscus, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 'El Capitolio Sport" is originally from Cuba, the heritage of ‘El Capitolio’ is unknown. It’s not a hybrid developed by a clever breeder, but the result of Mother Nature at her most creative.
‘El Capitolio sport’ is unique as it develops petals on the end of the column, giving you not one, but two flowers in one bloom!
Also known as a “poodle flower,” or "Lion tail", this variety is a vigorous grower, and in the right conditions can reach six to eight feet tall at maturity, with a four to five-foot spread. Bright green foliage offsets the vibrant blooms.
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‘El Capitolio sport’ is unique as it develops petals on the end of the column, giving you not one, but two flowers in one bloom!
Also known as a “poodle flower,” or "Lion tail", this variety is a vigorous grower, and in the right conditions can reach six to eight feet tall at maturity, with a four to five-foot spread. Bright green foliage offsets the vibrant blooms.
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NIKON D300
Aperture 290/10 ISO 200 Shutter 10/250 Focal Length 550/10 
Port Orange, Florida, US
Sep, 2023Views
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kurtsnyder
September 21, 2023
It is very unusual for sure. We also have a bright red variety of the same flower. There is more information about this hibiscus variety in the image description box below the title if you pull up the picture. 😀
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