Hibiscus sabdariffa l.-a review on its pharmacological activity & medicinal uses

The shrub Hibiscus sabdariffa is a member of the Malvacea family. There are more than 200 species of hibiscus in the world. It has been noted that Hisbiscussabdariffa has numerous therapeutic benefits. The calyx is red and has five large sepals, the leaves are 7.5 to 12.5 cm long, and the fruit is a velvety capsule that is 1.25-2 cm long and green in color with five valves that each contain three to four seeds. The entire plant exhibits a wide range of pharmacological properties. The presence of phytochemicals like flavonoids, pectin, antioxidants, anthocyanins, hibiscus acid, vitamin C, protein, citric acid, and β-carotene is primarily responsible for these activities.