It’s is a very known colloquially as Chinese hibiscus, China rose, Hawaiian hibiscus, rose mallow & shoeblack plant which is a species of tropical hibiscus, a flowering plant in the Hibisceae tribe belonging to the family of Malvaceae. It’s widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in the tropics & subtropics, but its native range is Vanuatu.
Hibiscus is commonly consumed in teas made from its flowers, leaves, and roots. In addition to casual consumption, Hibiscus is also used as an herbal medicine to treat hypertension, cholesterol production & cancer progression.
It’s associated with love, passion, and feminine energy, often symbolizing beauty, fertility & the divine feminine. It is also linked to the heart chakra, promoting love, compassion & emotional healing.
Additionally, the flower is used in spiritual practices to enhance focus, clarity & to create a peaceful atmosphere for meditation and introspection.
