Hibiscus 

🌿 Botanical Name: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

🌿 Herbal Uses of Hibiscus

1. Cardiovascular Health

• Blood Pressure Regulator: Hibiscus tea may help lower high blood pressure.

• Cholesterol Management: Can help reduce LDL (bad cholesterol) and increase HDL (good cholesterol).

• Heart Tonic: Supports heart health by promoting circulation and reducing arterial plaque.
  
  

2. Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory

• Rich in Antioxidants: Contains anthocyanins, which fight oxidative stress and aging.

• Anti-inflammatory: Reduces inflammation in the body, beneficial for general wellness.
  
  

3. Digestive Health

• Mild Laxative: Promotes regular bowel movements.

• Appetite Control: Often used in weight management due to mild appetite-suppressing effect.

• Liver Support: May protect the liver and improve its function.
  
  

4. Women’s Health

• Menstrual Relief: Eases menstrual cramps and balances hormone levels.

• Emmenagogue: Stimulates menstrual flow in cases of delayed periods.
  
  

5. Immune Support

• Vitamin C Source: Strengthens the immune system and protects against infections.

• Fever Reduction: Traditionally used to reduce fever and body heat.
  
  

6. Skin and Hair Care

• Hair Growth: Promotes hair growth and reduces hair fall when used as an oil or rinse.

• Anti-dandruff: Helps combat dandruff and itchy scalp.

• Skin Toner: Used in face masks for glowing skin and reducing acne.
  
  

7. Anti-Microbial

• Mild Antibacterial: Supports treatment of minor infections.

🌿 Plant Classification:

• Kingdom: Plantae

• Family: Malvaceae

• Genus: Hibiscus

• Species: H. rosa-sinensis (most common)

🌸 Flowering & Fruit:

• Flowers: Prominent, five-petaled, with a long central style bearing yellow stamens

• Fruiting: Produces a small, dry capsule with seeds (rarely collected)

• Pollination: Attracts butterflies and bees

🌱 Propagation:

• By Cuttings: Most commonly propagated through semi-hardwood stem cuttings

• By Seeds: Less common; used in breeding and variety development

🗓️ Harvest Time:

• Flowers: Can be harvested once fully bloomed (for fresh or dried use)

• Leaves: Young leaves may be used for hair and skin remedies