What are the functions of hibiscus flowers

People often use the word "water lotus" to describe a pure and lovely woman. Hibiscus is not as delicate as rose. It is simple and elegant, and seems to be independent from the world. There is a unique temptation in it, so it is the favorite flower of many friends. Hibiscus is not only beautiful and can be used for viewing, it also has rare medicinal and health-preserving effects. Let us learn about it together.

Another name for Hibiscus mutabilis is Hibiscus flower, and it is native to my country. Hibiscus is not very cold-resistant and prefers very warm and humid places. Prefers water and moisture. The soil requirements are not very high and it can survive in barren soil. A type of hibiscus.

Deciduous shrubs or small trees. Growing in clumps, only about 1m high. The leaves are large, broadly ovate, 3 to 5-lobed, the lobes are triangular, the base is cordate, the leaf margins are obtusely serrated, and both sides are hairy. Flowers are solitary in the leaf axils at the ends of branches.

They open gradually from September to November. Both the flowers and leaves can be used as medicine, which have the effects of clearing away heat and detoxifying, reducing swelling and discharging pus, cooling blood and stopping bleeding. It is the provincial flower of Hunan Province. [Brief description of functions] Hibiscus flowers have the effects of clearing heat and cooling blood, reducing swelling and discharging pus. They are suitable for treating heat furuncles, sores, breast abscesses, lung heat coughs, lung abscesses and other diseases. They can also be used for metrorrhagia caused by blood heat, and are often used together with lotus shells.

The functions of hibiscus leaves are similar to those of flowers. They are generally used externally to reduce swelling and relieve pain. They are suitable for treating heat boils, furuncles, carbuncles, burns from water or fire, and lumps caused by injections in the buttocks.

[General dosage] 9-15 grams of hibiscus flowers, a large dose of 30 grams can be used, decocted and taken. Apply hibiscus leaves externally in appropriate amounts. Wash the fresh leaves, mash them for external application; grind the dry leaves into powder, called "Yu Lu San", mix it into a paste with honey water or sesame oil, apply it to the affected area, and change the dressing once every 24 hours. There is a cooling sensation after application, which is a good sign.

After reading this, has your love for hibiscus deepened? Hibiscus is not like most flowers that are only beautiful for appearance, it also has real edible benefits. If you have skin problems similar to those mentioned in the article above, you might want to pick a few beautiful hibiscus flowers and make yourself an antique flower therapy.