Traditionally used in Ayurveda and folk medicine. Flowers treat hair loss, skin issues, fevers, coughs. Leaves for wounds, burns, inflammation. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, may aid menstrual issues, hypertension, liver protection. Scientific studies show anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, neuroprotective effects.
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Vibrant, continuous flowering attracts pollinators like butterflies, hummingbirds. Excellent for hedges, screens, topiaries. Cultivars offer diverse colors. Symbolizes beauty, delicate in Hawaiian culture. Used in dyes, hair conditioners. Fast-growing, easy to propagate from cuttings.
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Hibiscus × rosa-sinensis
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🌱 Story of Shoeblackplant, Rose of China
Hibiscus × rosa-sinensis is a bushy evergreen shrub or small tree, growing 2.5-5m tall and 1.5-3m wide. It features glossy dark green leaves and large, showy flowers in vibrant colors like red, pink, yellow, and orange that bloom year-round in warm climates. Native to tropical Asia, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it popular for hedges, containers, and landscapes.
This tree heals the planet
Every single day, Shoeblackplant, Rose of China gives back
☁️ CO₂ Absorbed
100 kg/yr
≈ 500 km of car emissions offset annually
💨 Oxygen Released
73 kg/yr
💧 Water Conserved
17,000 L/yr
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Age
5.0m
Height
20yr
Lifespan
Stage
📋 Details
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Family
Malvaceae
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Native Status
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City
Attingal, Trivandrum
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Location
Campus
🩺 Medicinal Properties
Traditionally used in Ayurveda and folk medicine. Flowers treat hair loss, skin issues, fevers, coughs. Leaves for wounds, burns, inflammation. Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, may aid menstrual issues, hypertension, liver protection. Scientific studies show anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, neuroprotective effects.
✨ What makes Shoeblackplant, Rose of China special
Vibrant, continuous flowering attracts pollinators like butterflies, hummingbirds. Excellent for hedges, screens, topiaries. Cultivars offer diverse colors. Symbolizes beauty, delicate in Hawaiian culture. Used in dyes, hair conditioners. Fast-growing, easy to propagate from cuttings.
