Rose of China Plant
Rose of China (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) is a shrub growing 4-10 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with fast growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring full sun and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Shrub
Height
1-3 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
China, India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-35°C
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Peat, compost
Fertilizers
Organic, hibiscus-specific
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
1-3 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Water Ph level
5.5 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
10:30:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Herbal teas, skincare, medicinal uses
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Spider Mites
Symptoms
Wilting, brown spots, white powder, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil
In-Organic Remedies
Fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Used to lower blood pressure and improve heart health.
· Supports hair growth and skin health.