Hibiscus Suratensis vs Patikan Cina

Prickly herb widespread in the tropical Old World used as a leafy vegetable and medicinally for respiratory conditions, wound healing, and urinary complaints.

Southeast Asian herb used in traditional medicine across Philippines, Indonesia, and India for asthma, respiratory conditions, and wound healing.

hibiscetin, gossypitrin, hibiscin, vitamin C, acids

quercetin, myricetin, euphorbin, tannins, gallic acid

respiratory conditions, wound healing, urinary complaints, fever, antioxidant

Asthma, Respiratory conditions, Wound healing, Diarrhea

antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, diuretic

Bronchodilatory effects, Anti-inflammatory activity, Antioxidant properties, Wound healing

Leaves as food or 5–10g as tea daily

Herb tea: 1-2 cups daily; topical poultice for wounds

excessive use, allergy to Hibiscus

Pregnancy, Children under 6

mild digestive upset

Mild GI effects