Hibiscus flowers
Herbs
Scientific name: Flores Hibisci
Synonyms: Sabdariff Marshmallow, Sudan Marshmallow, African Mallow
Family: Malvaceae
Occurrence of the plant: Today the drug is grown all over the world in the tropics, imported particularly from Sudan and Egypt.
Characteristics: The drug consists of the dried, whole or cut calyxes and outer calyxes harvested at fruiting time.
Application and preparation
Hibiscus flowers
Application
For eczema and constipation.
Effect
thirst-quenching, laxative, antibacterial, diuretic,
antispasmodic
Tea making
Pour boiling water over 1.5 g of hibiscus flowers
and strain after 5 to 10 minutes.
Dosage
Unless otherwise prescribed: Drink a warm cup several times a day.
Hints
Hibiscus should not be used during pregnancy. Hibiscus can have a mild laxative effect.
Included in:
Christmas tea – PZN 05023804
Christmas tea in a pyramid tea bag – PZN 15382668
Children's tea – PZN 16861106
Children's tea in a pyramid tea bag - PZN 16861098
Lovely morning greeting - PZN 15386399
