The hibiscus comes from the Malvaceae family. It grows better where the temperature is mostly warm. The hibiscus usually has 5 large petals and a long pistil. Hibiscus has many colours. Red hibiscus is the most commonly found in Malaysia.
The flower with many uses
Roselle is one of the species of the hibiscus that is commercially made into syrup juice. The red hibiscus (Hibiscus Rosa Sinensis) is said to be rich in vitamin C. It can be used to cure colds and coughs. It can also be used as a moisturizer to soften the skin and heal sunburns.
