Genus Pavonia refers to a group of flowering plants that belong to the Malvaceae family. It is also known as the hibiscus family. This genus comprises approximately 200 species of shrubs, trees, and herbaceous plants. The common names for this genus include rock rose, sherardia, and swamp mallow. Some popular species of Pavonia include Pavonia Missionum, Pavonia Calypso, and Pavonia Odorata. The plants originating from this genus typically produce showy flowers that range from red, pink, orange, and yellow. The genus Pavonia is widely distributed across the tropical and temperate regions of the world, including North and South America, Asia, and Africa.