This is a wildflower ( Malvaviscus drummondii) found in central Texas. It gets its name from its resemblance to a Turkish fez. The broad, red petals remain closely wrapped around one another at the base but spread somewhat towards the end. The stamens extend considerably beyond the petals. Flowers grow singly in the leaf axils or sometimes in clusters at the ends of the stems. The plant grows 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 feet tall.

Photographed at Berry Springs Park – Georgetown, Texas.