Hibiscus
Hibiscus spp.
Folk names: Rose Mallow
Warning: Pregnancy and Liver Toxicity
Liver toxicity is typically only in high doses but anyone who may have liver issues should avoid hibiscus depending on severity (talk to your medical professional if this is a concern.
As a reproductive tonic, hibiscus is not recommended to women who are pregnant or nursing.
Sources
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Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham (Indiebound Books)
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Green Witchcraft: A Practical Guide to Discovering the Magic of Plamts, Herbs, Crystals, and Beyond by Paige Vanderbeck (Indiebound Books)
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The Green Witch: Your Complete Guide to the Natural Magic of Herbs, Flowers, Essential oils, and More by Arin Murphy-Hiscock (Indiebound Books)
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Green Witchcraft Grimoire: A Practical Resource for Making Your Own Spells, Rituals, and Recipes by Amythyst Raine (Indiebound Books)
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Grove & Grotto, Eucalyptus (Website, Vendor)
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Herbal Supplement Resource, Health Benefits and Side Effects of Hibiscus (Website)
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The Herbarium by The Herbal Academy of New England, Monographs, Hibiscus (Subscription)
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The Modern Witchcraft to Magickal Herbs: Your Complete Guide to the Hidden Powers of Herbs by Judy Ann Nock (Indiebound Books)
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Native American Herbal Apothecary: Herbalism Encyclopedia & Herbal Dispensory by Tamaya Kawisenhawe (Indiebound Books)
Planet: Venus, Mars
Element: Water, Fire
Gender: Feminine
Astrological Sign: Scorpio
Parts Used: Flower Petals
Chakra: Sacral
Non-English Names:
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Kharkady (arabic)
Taste:
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Astringent
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Sour
Energy:
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Cooling
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Drying
Uses:
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Food - nom
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Infusions (honey is amazing)
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Syrup
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Tea
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Tincture
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Smoke
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soak
Magical Uses
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Beauty
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Chakra Balancing
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Courage
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Divination
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Dreams
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Freedom
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Harmony
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Independence
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Love
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Lust
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Passion
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Peace
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Personal Glory
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Psychic Enhancement
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Sensuality
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Relaxation
Medicinal Uses
(This information has been collected from Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine as well as The Herbal Academy of New England, it has NOT been confirmed by Licensed Herbalist)
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Antibacterial
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Anti-catarrhal
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Anti-inflammatory
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Antimicrobial
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Antioxidant
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Astringent
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Balances Hormones
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Cardiotonic
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Diuretic
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Hepatic
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Hypocholesterolic
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Immune Stimulant
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Reproductive Tonic
WARNING: Talk to your Doctor/Medical Professional before adding any
Supplements, herbal teas, Infusions, etc.
Part of the reason that we list Medical Jargin is because many plants can interfere with or even
counteract medications we already take or it can exacerbate ailments we already have.
When talking to your Medical Professional, we suggest asking what "actions" an herb might do to interfere with your health, either positive of negative. For example, if you suffer from heartburn, a Cholagogue which creates more bile may not be advantagous. Too much of a good thing, eh?