Description: A much classier relative of the more commonly grown Lavatera. What it lacks in length of flowering season I feel it makes up for in sheer quality of bloom (rich satin purple), foliage and overall shape. Semi-evergreen and hardy with plenty of sun and good drainage. Excellent for chalk and maritime situations. To 10ft tall, but quite upright. Date: 8 January 2009, 19:13. Source: Abutilon vitifolium Uploaded by Epibase. Author: Steve Law from Henfield, England.