Hibiscus rosa-sinensis or Bunga Raya is the national flower of Malaysia. Hibiscus, or rosemallow, is a large genus of about 200–220 species of flowering plants in the family Malvaceae (the mallow family, along with members like cocoa, cotton, okra, baobab and durian) native to warm temperate, subtropical and tropical regions throughout the world. The genus includes both annual and perennial herbaceous plants, and woody shrubs and small trees.
Hibiscus is also a primary ingredient in many herbal teas, its roots can be use to treat fever and its leaves are normally used as hair dye. That is why this humble flower has won many hearts of Malaysian an became the national symbol of Malaysia. The plants can be easily grown and be found throughout Malaysia. Image shown on top is the national flower of Malaysia and do enjoy the slide show of other species of Hibiscus from around the world.
