Turk's Cap
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Residents of the Southeast and Texas easily recognize the bright red flowers of the Turk's Cap (Malvaviscus arboreus).
It's a flowering shrub in the Mallow family (Malvaceae) that grows easily in a variety of soil types, in both shady areas and sunny spots.
The flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
© 2009 Patricia A. Michaels