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Detailed Information
The plant you’re thinking of, the “Chinese Lantern” is actually Hibiscus schizopetalus. It is native to **tropical East Africa**, specifically:
* **Kenya**
* **Tanzania**
* **Mozambique**
While it’s called “Chinese Lantern,” that’s due to the lantern-like shape of its flower and not its origin. It is not native to China.
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
