Hibiscus

Roselle / Hibiscus

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Hibiscus

Roselle / Hibiscus

Hibiscus sabdariffa

Summer-only in Zone 6aMedicinalFood

Sign

Libra

House

Element

Air

Modality

Cardinal

Ayurvedic Profile

Dosha Effect

Pacifies Pitta; balances Kapha

Rasa / Taste

Sour; Astringent

Virya / Energy

Cooling

Medicinal Actions

Refrigerant, mild diuretic, antioxidant; lowers blood pressure

Helps With

High blood pressure Heat & inflammation

Why This Plant

"Venusian beauty in a tart crimson cup. Libra seeks equilibrium; hibiscus cools the blood and gently lowers pressure, teaching the relief of restoring balance after excess."

Cultivation

Tender annual in 6a — start early indoors; full sun; needs long warm season.

Zone: 6a

Safety

May lower blood pressure; caution if hypotensive or pregnant.

Save the seed of the plant that helped you — next year it helps your neighbor.