SCIENTIFIC NAME: Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

 

HINDI NAME: Gurhal

 

ENGLISH NAME: Hibiscus

 

FAMILY: Malvaceae

SHORT DESCRIPTION

Hibiscus has Pitta balancing and Kashaya (astringent) properties. The taste of hibiscus is sweet and astringent, with a cooling potency, or energetic effect on the body. These characteristics make it ideal for pitta and kapha doshas, but it can aggravate vata if used excessively.

HEALTH BENEFITS & USES

• Assist in the control of bleeding in piles.
• Encourages hair growth.
• Removing excess heat from the body 
• Helps the kidneys function properly.
• Supports the female reproductive system
• Aids in weight management.
• Supports liver health and a healthy circulatory system
• Helps to maintain a healthy blood pressure level.
• It aids in the maintenance of normal cholesterol levels.

PRECAUTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS

• Use only after getting a patch test, to avoid any allergic reaction to the skin.

HOW TO USE

• Take ¼-/2 tsp of hibiscus powder mixed with warm water or honey to drive the herb's healing properties deep into the body's tissues.
• Simply steep ½ teaspoon hibiscus in a cup of hot water for 5–10 minutes before straining. Replace this herbal tea with your milk-based caffeinated coffee.
• For healthy hairs, use hydrating Healthy Hair Hibiscus Oil, which contains Hibiscus as well as Bhringaraj, Brahmi/Gotu kola, Amalaki, and Rose.
• Make a face mask with hibiscus powder and water, adding chickpea flour if desired, to promote clear, healthy, radiant skin.