Effects and functions of hibiscus

The scientific name of hibiscus is Chinese Hibiscus, a common tree of the genus Hibiscus. To be precise, because it is native to China, hibiscus is generally called Chinese rose all over the world. This is mainly because the color of hibiscus is mainly red, bright and gorgeous, and eye-catching. With the development of science and technology, the cultivation technology has been improved, and hibiscus has also appeared in other colors. So, are you confused about the effects and functions of hibiscus? Let's learn about it from the following content.

Effects and functions of hibiscus

1. The ornamental value of hibiscus

Hibiscus was not cultivated artificially at first, but grew naturally in the wild. Because of its bright and beautiful color and tender green leaves, it forms a beautiful scenery of red and green. Therefore, tourists gradually saw it being introduced artificially, and discovered the ornamental value of hibiscus. In modern times, the colors and varieties of hibiscus have developed in a variety of ways, and its appreciation value has been continuously improved.

2. Hibiscus can be used as a fence

Hibiscus is a flower with strong vitality and vigorous growth. It is an ideal plant for fences. In the Song Dynasty, a poet named Lu He once wrote the quatrain "Hibiscus grows thickly on the wall and serves as a fence. There is no need to close the door in the deep mountain. Guests come and trample the moon on the pine branches. Cranes fly over the owner's head." This is the hibiscus we are introducing today.

3. Edible value of hibiscus

Hibiscus is a flower with great nutritional value. Especially in Europe and America, hibiscus is often eaten as a substitute for spinach, and has similar edible value to spinach. In my country, hibiscus is also often made into pickles for daily consumption. Because the leaves of hibiscus are fresh and delicious, the main food is still its leaves, which have high edible value.