What can this lovely plant do to improve your health? We are aware that gazing at nature, particularly living things that are pleasing to the eye, can improve our health, literally melting stress, but did you know the petals of this particular shrub are truly healthy?
The hibiscus, also known as Rose of Sharon or Rose-Mallow has a wide range of varieties numbering around 200 and the lemony tasting petals have been brewed to make tea, punch, and other edible products claiming benefits such as the following:
- A good source of Vitamin C
- Contains flavonoids, minerals and other nutrients
- Natural diuretic
- Lowering blood pressure
- Improving cholesterol
- Help to prevent heart disease
- Treatment of liver disease
- Blood purification
Reference:
Rose of Sharon – Lovely to Look at and Healthy to Eat
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Hibiscus is a wondrous flower. It is also packed with useful nutrients.
Chan, thanks so much for your support. We have enjoyed rose of sharon tea and even dip.
What a great, interesting, and helpful article you’ve created. Superb!
Thanks, Jenny. God has some wonderful beneficial plants that are good to eat.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom.
I do have a dozen varieties of Hibiscus planted in my backyard. I never knew this plant has so many health benefits. Thanks for sharing these information.
Thanks, Papaleng, they are useful as well as pretty.