Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn belongs to Malvaceae family.
The Arabic name for this herb is Anghara.
The English names for this herb are China Rose, Shoe Flower.
The Urdu names for this herb are Badsha Pasand, Ghorawal, Gurhal, Jasun, Ruh Dhan.
Description
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn. Arborescent, stem without prickles. Leaves short-petioled, ovate or ovate-lanceolate, more or less acuminate, irregularly and coarsely serrate towards the top, entire near the base, glabrous on both sides or with a few minute stellate hairs on the nerves beneath; stipules lanceolate-subulate, glabrous. Pedicels axillary, solitary, very long, as long as, or longer than the leaves, jointed above the middle. Involucrul bracts 5-7, about half as long as the calyx, lanceolate* glabrous. Calyx divided almost to the middle, puberulous with very minute stellate hairs, lobes 2 cm long, lanceolate. Corolla 7.5 cm in diameter, tubular below, red; petals, thrice as long as the calyx. Staminal tube extended far beyond the petals. As extremely variable species, there are single and double forms and as to colour, the flowers may be orange, yellow, crimson, bright red, magenta or of other colours
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological action of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Decoction (flower) is Sudorific.
The pharmacological actions of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn are Astringent, Cardiac Tonic, Checks Urogenital Discharges, Exhilarant, Febrifuge, Reduces blood heat, Sudorific.
The pharmacological action of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Flower Petals is Stimulate Hair Growth.
The pharmacological actions of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Infusion (flower) are Demulcent, Refrigerant.
The pharmacological actions of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Leaves are Anodyne, Aperient, Emollient, Laxative.
Indications
The indication of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Decoction (flower) is Bronchial Catarrhal Affections.
The indication of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Decoction (leaves) is Fever.
The indications of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn are Insanity, Palpitation, Tachycardia.
The indications of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Flower are Bronchial Catarrhal Affections, Inflammations, Excessive Menstruation.
The indications of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Flower Bud are Immature Foetus, Vaginal Discharge, Burning Sensation, Urinary Discharges, Seminal Weakness, Piles.
The indications of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Flower Petals are Fever, Hair Greying.
The indication of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Infusion (flower) is Fever.
The indications of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Root are Cough, Gonorrhoea.
The indication of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn's Root juice is Gonorrhoea.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn is 1st order, cold and moist.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Flower Bud of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn is Pleasant.
Taste: Flower Bud: Bitter.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 0.000 – 0.000 - | N/A |
| Flower | 5.000 – 7.000 g | N/A |
| Leaves | 5.000 – 7.000 g | N/A |
| Root | 2.000 – 0.000 g | N/A |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn is used in the preparation of Sherbet Gurhal.
Substitutes
The substitutes of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn are Ipomoea alba Linn. (Flowers) [Used in some other disorders.], Salix alba Linn. [Used in cardiac ailments.].
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn are 3,7-Glucoside, Cyanidin-3,5-Diglucoside, Quercitin-3-Glucoside.
Antidotes
The antidotes of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn are Piper nigrum Linn., Sugar.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn. (work in progress)