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Hibiscus

rosa-sinensis

Names

English: hibiscus

Fodder characteristics

Palatability: Good for goats.

Nutritional value: Probably typical for non-legume tree leaves.

Safety: No problems have been encountered.

Other characteristics/uses

Most commonly used as a single-specimen ornamental or as a hedge.

Comments

Can be easily propagated from cuttings. Although generally considered a decorative plant, it is productive enough to be grown as fodder.

Useful references

JSTOR

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