ilima
Sida fallax
Overview
Ilima (Sida fallax) is an evergreen flowering shrub native to Hawaii. It has hairy stems and has a low-growing, wide-spreading form which makes it ideal for borders, hedges, and landscapes. Its dark green elliptic leaves are 2-4 inches long and have a white underside. Its showy bright yellow or orange, five-petal flowers, which are small, but fragrant, bloom during the summer months. Ilima requires moderate water and full sunlight, and is tolerant of salt. When planted near beaches, it provides a great windbreak and helps prevent soil erosion.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimum
Light
Full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 10-11.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Division, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation
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