Orange Lichen on Hibiscus
Question:
I have a Hibiscus which is several years old. This year it has many orange fungal looking blotches on its branches. What is it & what should I do about it?
Answer:
This sounds like Common Orange Lichen (Xanthoria parietina) and is not dangerous or harmful to your Hibiscus.
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