Hibiscus: H. rosa-sinensis, pub. 1836. Creator: Panacre Bessa (1772-1846).

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Hibiscus: H. rosa-sinensis, illustration from 'Flore des jardiniers, amateurs et manufacturiers: D'après les dessins de Bessa. Extraits de l'Herbier de l'amateur.', pub. 1836 (hand coloured engraving). Known as Chinese or Hawaian Hibiscus, or 'Rose of China'. Parent of many cultivars.

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