Hibiscus Plant, Gudhal Plant

Hibiscus Plant, Gudhal Plant

Hibiscus Plant, Also called the Gudhal Plant, is a beautiful flowering plant that adds elegance and beauty to any landscape or garden. With its huge, vibrant flowers in shades of pink, red, yellow, and white, The Hibiscus plant is well-loved because of its stunning appearance and exotic vibes. It is easy to maintain and grow, and it thrives in sunny spots that have well-drained soils, making it an ideal option for beginners as well as experienced gardeners. Beyond its beauty, It is also attractive to the eye. Hibiscus plant is renowned for its medicinal qualities derived from the flowers and leaves utilized in herbal teas and traditional remedies to provide various health benefits. If you're looking to lighten your outdoor space or benefit from the natural healing qualities of this Hibiscus (Gudhal) Plant, it is a stunning and versatile plant to have in your garden.

Hibiscus Plant, Gudhal Plant Planting and Care:

• Origin: Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) is native to tropical and subtropical regions.
• Sunlight: Requires full sun (minimum 5-6 hours of sunlight per day).
• Soil: Grows well in sandy and loamy soil with good drainage.
• Temperature: Thrives in temperatures between 16°C to 32°C.
• Watering: Water when the topsoil feels dry to the touch.
• Fertilization: Use balanced liquid fertilizer (diluted) once every 2 months during active growth.
• Pruning: Regular pruning helps maintain shape and encourages new growth.
• Flower Life Span: Each flower blooms for only a single day.

Hibiscus Plant, Gudhal Plant Benefits and Uses:

• Decorative Element: Hibiscus flowers or the plant itself can be used for decoration indoors or in the yard.
• Fragrance and Sachets: The aromatic blossoms have been used in fragrances and sachets.
• Constipation Relief: In Africa, hibiscus has been used to alleviate constipation.
• Fiber: H. Tiliaceus fiber (from the bark) has been used as a jute alternative to create ropes.

Hibiscus plant, also known as the Gudhal plant (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), is known by various names in different Indian languages.

• Hindi: गुड़हल (Gudhal)
• Bengali: জবা ফুল (Jaba Phul)
• Tamil: செம்பருத்தி (Sembaruthi)
• Telugu: దాసవాలు (Dasavālu)
• Kannada: ದಾಸವಾಳ (Dasavāḷa)
• Malayalam: ചേമ്പരത്തി (ChempaRatti)
• Gujarati: જાસુદ (Jasud)
• Marathi: जास्वंद (Jasvand)
• Punjabi: ਜਸੂਆ (Jasooa)
• Odia: ଜବା (Jaba)
• Assamese: জবা ফুল (Jaba Phul)

Botanical Name for Hibiscus or Gudhal plant is Hibiscus rosa-sinensis.