Hibiscus mutabilis L., Sp. Pl. 2: 694 (1753).
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| Hibiscus mutabilis L.; Photo by Lâm Bá Khôi |
The native range of this species is S. China, Taiwan. It is a shrub or tree and grows primarily in the subtropical biome. It is used as a medicine, has environmental uses and for food.
Vietnamese name:
Phù dung, Mộc phù dung, Mộc liên
Latin name:
Hibiscus mutabilis L.
Family:
Malvaceae
Uses:
Used as medicine to treat hot lungs causing cough, excessive menstruation, vaginal discharge, pink eye. Pounded leaves are applied to treat festering boils, rashes, rhinitis, scalds, fire burns, and poisonous snake bites.
Distribution:
Growing as an ornamental is quite popular in Vietnam.
Flower and fruit season:
March to October
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