Hibiscus tiliaceus

Hibiscus tiliaceus, commonly known as paper-mallow or beach hibiscus, is a plant traditionally found in coastal regions of the Pacific Islands and Australia. While it has been used in local practices for various purposes such as making rope and paper, no specific traditional medicinal uses have been recorded. Laboratory evaluations suggest that Hibiscus tiliaceus shows variable antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities depending on soil conditions, indicating potential health benefits but with limited evidence due to the variability. A novel Kitasatospora species isolated from its rhizosphere soil exhibits antimicrobial activity, while the leaves contain compounds like kaempferol 3-O-rutinoside and rutin, which have shown potent antisickling and strong antioxidant properties respectively. Under combined lead and drought stress conditions, Hibiscus tiliaceus showed reduced growth compared to individual stresses, suggesting its sensitivity under adverse environmental conditions. No major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions have been identified for this plant.

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