Hibiscus

HibiscusThere are over 220 species within the genus Hibiscus. Hibiscus plants grow in most tropical areas of the world, with a minority of species able to survive in freezing environments. The abundant species found in the tropics cannot tolerate more than a few days of freezing weather and will die if such conditions persist. Hibiscus flowers come in a magnificent variety of colors. Hibiscus flowers are the main ingredient in many wonderfully refreshing teas

fresh leaf

diaphoretic

The bark is most helpful to treat diarrhea and dysentery

helping to reduce the severity and frequency of symptoms

The leaves smell of peppermint

expectorant

valerian improved the quality of sleep in 89% of the people suffering from insomnia

it balances the production of sebum and clears sluggish congested skin

and was used by Greek physician Galen to treat tumors

While it is rumored to cleanse the system

oppositely arranged leaves

The leaves have fine hairs tipped with tiny hooks