National Flower of Puerto Rico — Flor de Maga’s (Meaning, Uses, …
WEBThis is a complete guide to Flor de Maga, the national flower of Puerto Rico. Find out more about this beautiful plant from this in-depth post.
The Spectacular Endemic Flora of Puerto Rico
WEBThe colorful Flor de Maga, the official national flower of Puerto Rico, grows on the Maga tree (Thespesia grandiflora) and while originally endemic to the humid forests near the city of San Juan, the tree is now found throughout the island.
Puerto Rico National Flower: Facts, Uses and Growing Guide
WEBOct 10, 2023 · Native Place: The Maga flower is native to Puerto Rico, making it a symbol of the island’s natural beauty. Origin: The Maga flower’s name is derived from the Tagalog word “maga,” which means “beautiful.”
Thespesia grandiflora - Wikipedia
WEBThespesia grandiflora, most commonly known as Maga, and also referred to as Maga Colorada ("Red Maga") and Puerto Rican hibiscus, [2] is a tree in the family Malvaceae of the rosids clade [2] endemic to Puerto Rico, where its flower is officially recognized as the national flower of the archipelago.
El Yunque National Forest - Nature & Science - US Forest Service
WEBFlor de Maga’s flower is the “national” flower of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Description: Thespesia grandiflora is an attractive, small to medium sized tree with dark green foliage and large, dark pink or red flowers.
Flor de Maga: Símbolo de Puerto Rico
WEBSep 26, 2020 · La Flor de Maga (Thespesia grandiflora) es la flor típica de Puerto Rico, también se encuentra ampliamente distribuida por países del Caribe, el sur de Florida y sur América. Es un árbol perenne, de flores solitarias de colores vivos, rojos, naranja o violeta. La altura del árbol va de 10 a 16 metros.
Maga – Thespesia grandiflora - Gardening Know How
WEBScientific name: Thespesia grandiflora. Common names: Maga. Thespesia grandiflora is the national flower of Puerto Rico. It is closely related to the hibiscus and has a similar flower but is actually in the Mallow family. The plant is a medium sized tree that can grow up to 40 feet in height.
The National Flower of Puerto Rico: All About It - The Garden Style
WEBMar 7, 2022 · Explore the allure of Puerto Rico with its national flower, the flor de maga. Delve into its cultural significance and breathtaking beauty.
National Tropical Botanical Garden | Thespesia grandiflora - Plant ...
WEBFlor de Maga is the official national flower of Puerto Rico. The tree from which it originates, the Maga tree (Thespesia grandiflora) is widely distributed throughout the island.
Flor de Maga (Thespesia grandiflora) - iNaturalist
WEBThespesia grandiflora is a tree in the Malvaceae family of the Rosids order. Its English common name is maga. This tree is widely distributed throughout Puerto Rico where it is endemic.