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HIBISCUS ROSA-SINENSIS
(The name 'Hibiscus' comes from hibiskos, the old Greek name for the common marsh
mallow. The most commonly grown species is Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, which
means China Rose.)
CHARACTERISTICS OF A HIBISCUS PLANT
• Hibiscus are large, flat, conspicuous, trumpet-shaped flowers.
Hibiscus flowers have five petals, ranging from white to pink, red,
purple or yellow. The Hibiscus petals range in size from 4-15 cm
broad.
• Hibiscus are native to the tropical region of Asia, and tend to grow in
wet or swampy areas.
• Hibiscus is a large genus of about 200-220 species of flowering plants.
• The most popular and conspicuous use for hibiscus flowers is
decorative, with other uses being for cooking in herbal teas, and for
garnishing.
• Hibiscus flowers are busy members of the mallow family; there are
hundreds of different hibiscus species. The flowers are large and
brightly colored, shaped like a horn or trumpet, and some species will
change color as they age.
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME
Rose of Sharon Hibiscus Sinosyriacus/syriacus
Beach Hibiscus Hibiscus Canabinus L.
China Rose Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
Roselle Hibiscus sabdariffa L.
Sea Hibiscus Hibiscus Tiliaceus
USES OF HIBISCUS PLANT