Study on the morphological characteristics and microstructure of Hibiscus syriacus L. from Cotton family (Malvaceae)

Abstract

    Hibiscus syriacus L. is a wild plant that grows in many tropical areas of Asia, including Vietnam. According to folk experience, the Hibiscus syriacus L. has medicinal properties and can be used to treat some diseases such as fever, headache, diabetes, and urinary tract inflammation. However, to determine the scientific name of this species and to test its pharmacognosy, there is a need for documentation describing the morphological and anatomical characteristics of the plant. Therefore, this study describes the morphological and anatomical characteristics of a sample of Hibiscus syriacus L. harvested in Ho Chi Minh City to provide a database of botany that helps to identify and test pharmacognosy. The results analyze the morphological and anatomical characteristics of the root, stem, leaf, leaf stalk, and stem and leaf powder components of Hibiscus syriacus L. in detail. These characteristics provide important data for identifying and testing the pharmacognosy of the species. In particular, the leaf of the plant was identified as having the most important characteristic in identifying the correct species of Hibiscus syriacus L. and providing a database for plant diversity.