Why is the hibiscus so important?

Today, hibiscus is popular for its potential to reduce high blood pressure. Modern studies show promise for both the tea and hibiscus plant extract to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Although more research is still needed, this could be good news for the future of heart disease treatment.

Where can hibiscus flowers be most commonly found?

This variety grows well in wet, swampy areas, and is commonly found in marshes in the eastern United States, as well as southern states. The plant grows 3 to 8 feet in height, and blooms from summer to the first frost.

What do hibiscus flowers represent?

With beautiful blossoms that range from 4” to 10” in diameter, hibiscus flowers are symbols of femininity and female beauty of all shapes and sizes. They represent the power that femininity has to be receptive. You can say that hibiscus flowers embody the law of attraction.

What is the origin of hibiscus?

The species name means rose of China, but experts believe that hibiscus more likely originates from India. An early hibiscus researcher, Ross Gast, sailed the world looking for the plant’s true origin. He believed that people from India spread hibiscus south and into the Pacific Islands.

How has the hibiscus adapted to its environment?

One of the main adaptations of the Hibiscus rosa-sinensis would be that, it does not move at all due to the fact that it contains a cell wall made of cellulose. The Hibiscus rosa- sinensis grows in a tropical to sub-tropical regions, which makes the flowers really tender to frost.

Where does hibiscus flowers come from?

Originating in Asia and the Pacific islands, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia. It is closely associated with Hawaii, however the state flower for Hawaii is a native species of hibiscus, H.

What does hibiscus mean in Japan?

In the Japanese language of flowers known as hanakotoba, the hibiscus means “gentle.” It is given in honor of visitors and represents the friendly customs of the Japanese. In the Japanese language of flowers known as hanakotoba, the hibiscus means “gentle.”

Does hibiscus grow in Europe?

Botanists are not really certain, since no wild stands of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis have been found growing anywhere. Wherever it originated, it was brought back to Europe by explorers in the 1700s. This species, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, has been grown ever since in European botanical gardens and by private collectors.

Is hibiscus also known as China rose?

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, known colloquially as Chinese hibiscus, China rose, Hawaiian hibiscus, rose mallow and shoeblack plant, is a species of tropical hibiscus, a flowering plant in the Hibisceae tribe of the family Malvaceae.

Is the hibiscus flower a monocotyledon or a dicotyledon?

Overall, the hibiscus is a dicot, with solitary (axillary), complete, perfect flowers, which have a superior ovary, regular symmetry, and axile placentation.

Who pollinates hibiscus?

Hibiscus flowers in the wild are pollinated by insects or birds transferring pollen from the stamen to the stigma pads.

Why is the Hibiscus industry booming in Nigeria?

Hibiscus an important perennial herb is fast booming in the Nigerian market as exporters are now exporting a larger percentage of the crop to Mexico, United States, Europe and Asia. Agro allied firms such as AgroEknor are making huge investment in the hibiscus value chain in Nigeria owing to the ever increasing global demand for the flower.

Is hibiscus flower farming a profitable business?

“Hibiscus flower farming is a business on the rise and the demand for it is increasing yearly. It can become a money spinner when we address some of the issues limiting Nigeria from fully harnessing its potential,” he says.

What is the impact of Hibiscus on rural communities?

Hibiscus production and processing is making big impacts in rural communities. Farmers growing hibiscus flower are now increasing their farming areas to grow more of the crop as demand continues to rise. This is positively impacting their livelihood.

Why does Abubakar pay other farmers to grow hibiscus for him?

Abubakar who farms only hibiscus in the last eighteen years is unable to meet up with the current demand of the flower from his customers. He resulted to paying other farmers to grow hibiscus for him as the crop continues to gain traction at the international market.