Flowering Maple, Chinese Bellflower, Chinese Lantern
A hybrid of Abutilon darwinii and Abutilon striatum, this fast growing upright plant has large, rich green foliage and pendulous bell-shaped, deep crimson flowers that are produced year-round. Provide some shade in the hot afternoons, particularly in the inland areas.
Abutilon x hybridum 'Nabob'
Fruit Characteristics
Fruit edible :Yes
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf length : 4-8"
Leaf shape : Ovate to rounded
Leaf color : Dark green
Flower Characteristics
Flower width : 3"
Flower shape : Bell shaped
Flower color : Red
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Evergreen
Average size maturity width : 4-5 ft.
Average size maturity height : 6-8 ft.
Growth rate : Fast
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 20 to 25 F (Z9a)
Water requirements : Occasional
Light exposure : Sun
Landscape Attributes
Under oak trees : Yes
Barrier plants : Yes
Seashore conditions : Yes
Oak root fungus resistance : Yes
Hummingbirds : Yes
Hedges and screens : Yes
Frost tender : Yes
Fragrance : Yes
Erosion control : Yes
Drought tolerant : Yes
Deer resistant : Yes
Butterflies : Yes
Colorful fruits and berries : Yes
Birds : Yes
Autumn foliage color : Yes
Attractive bark : Yes
Allergenic plants : Yes