A Mini Review on Phytochemical and Therapeutic Potential of Hibiscus: An Ornamental Plant Species

    March 2024 in “ Journal of medicinal plants studies ”
    Deblina Mitra, Moumita Saha, Sirshendu Chatterjee
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    TLDR Hibiscus has medicinal benefits but can be toxic in high doses and is unsafe for pregnant women and infants.
    Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, or China rose, is rich in bioactive compounds like flavonoids and anthocyanins, and has been traditionally used for its medicinal properties. It exhibits antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing effects, and shows potential in treating conditions such as diabetes, ulcers, and bacterial infections. While generally safe at recommended dosages, high doses (1600 mg/kg) can be toxic, causing 20% mortality, and it has abortifacient properties, making it unsuitable for pregnant women and infants. More research is needed to develop medicinal formulations, although some extracts are already used in conventional therapies.
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