What is a Hibiscus Flower?
hibiscus, (genus Hibiscus), genus of numerous species of herbs, shrubs, and trees in the mallow family (Malvaceae) that are native to warm temperate and tropical regions. Several are cultivated as ornamentals for their showy flowers, and a number are useful as fibre plants. The leaves are often lobed and may be smooth or covered in trichomes (plant hairs). The flowers can be borne singly or in …