I'm sure you've heard of or seen a hibiscus flower before, had it in your tea or even grown it in your garden. It’s very common, as there are over 200 varieties of the flower and they are grown in ...

The calyces (plural of calyx) of hibiscus are harvested when the seed capsule of the hibiscus has formed. The capsule itself is removed, leaving behind just the calyx, like a tiny scarlet crown, ...

The plant's scientific name is Hibiscus rosa-sinensis. It belongs to the mallow family (Malvaceae), which has hundreds of species. New research is exploring its use for heart, kidney, and ...

From sorbet and salad dressing to tea, there are many ways to use the hibiscus flower as a vibrant ingredient. The hibiscus flower is enjoying increasing popularity as an ingredient in teas, libations ...

Is hibiscus tea good for you? Hibiscus tea, made from part of the flowers of the hibiscus plant, is drunk around the world in places ranging from Nigeria to Indonesia to the Americas. This beverage is ...

Hibiscus bark is loaded with essential nutrients that contribute to overall health. It is rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids and polyphenols, which help fight oxidative stress in the body. The ...

Whether you grow hardy or tropical hibiscus, you can enjoy the huge, trumpet-shaped flowers year after year with a bit of extra care in autumn to protect against harsh winter weather. Although it's ...

Tropical hibiscus likes hot weather and provides vibrant flowers in summer, but it will not survive a winter outside in ...

Q: What is a good fertilizer for hibiscus? The plant was purchased at a grocery store. Does it like full sun all day long? Barb Blaida, Itasca, IL A: I'm often asked about buying plants in non-plant ...