Shrub

Joba (China Rose / Tropical Hibiscus)

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

"জবা (Joba)"

Quick Facts

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

Shrub

Family

Malvaceae

Growing Area

Throughout Bangladesh in gardens, courtyards, parks and homesteads; cultivated nationwide

Habitat

Cultivated gardens, homestead gardens, roadsides, parks and temple surroundings

Propagation

Stem cuttings

Planting Time

Year-round; best in February–April

Use Value

Ornamental garden shrub; flowers used in Hindu religious rituals (worship of goddess Kali); petals used in hair care; leaves and flowers have traditional medicinal uses.

Bloom Months

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

About

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, known as Joba in Bengali, is one of the most widely grown flowering shrubs across Bangladesh. It produces large, showy trumpet-shaped flowers in brilliant red, pink, orange, yellow or white throughout the year. The plant grows 2–5 m tall and is commonly planted in home gardens, parks and religious sites. In Hindu tradition, the red Joba flower has deep spiritual significance and is offered in Kali puja. Notable specimens can be seen at Baldha Garden, Dhaka. Source: Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus_rosa-sinensis) & Banglapedia (Ornamental Plants) 📷 Image: T. Galib, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons — FREE to use with attribution. Photo taken at Baldha Garden, Dhaka, Bangladesh. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hibiscus_Rosa_Sinensis_(Joba)_in_Bangladesh.jpg

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