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Hibiscus
Hibiscus
The hibiscus
has brilliant flowers. Its flowers are large in color and wither towards the opening and twilight, and are very beautiful. "Southern Grass-like" says: "Its flowers are dark red, five-out, as large as hollyhock, with a single stamen, growing in flowers and leaves, adorned with gold shavings. The sun shines, and it seems to be flaming."

Hibiscus plants stand upright, many-branched, up to several feet in height. Leaves are alternate, broadly ovate to narrowly ovate, with coarsely serrated or missing edges. Flowers are solitary between the upper axils of the leaves, often drooping, and have long and jointed pedicels. Calyx bell-shaped, corolla funnel-shaped, petals obovate, red, pink, yellow, white and other colors. Stam

Hibiscus hibiscus not only has ornamental value, but also contains certain medicinal effects. "Compendium of Materia Medica" states that its roots, leaves and flowers can be used as medicine, which has the effect of clearing away heat and water, detoxifying and reducing swelling. Folks often use its leaves to mash and apply externally to treat carbuncle swelling and sores; flower decoction can relieve lung heat and cough.

In terms of garden applications, Hibiscus hibiscus is often planted in gardens and parks. It is suitable for solitary plants and cluster plants. Its bright flowers can add many colors to the garden. For example, in Jiangnan gardens, Hibiscus hibiscus is often paired with lake stones and green bamboo to create a unique landscape. In Lingnan area, Hibiscus can be seen everywhere, decorating the streets and alleys. It has strong adaptability, prefers warm and humid climates, is not cold-resistant, and does not require high soil requirements. It grows better in fertile and loose slightly acidic soils.

Hibiscus, with its unique elegance, occupies a place in both ornamental and medicinal fields and is deeply loved by the world.