Confederate Rose Leaf Whole (Hibiscus Mutabilis)

Confederate Rose Leaf Whole (Hibiscus mutabilis) is the dried foliage of the hibiscus shrub known for its large, color-changing blossoms and gentle healing properties. Used traditionally in Chinese, Southeast Asian, and folk herbal medicine, the leaves are valued for their cooling, soothing, and anti-inflammatory actions, both internally and externally. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the plant is known as Fu Rong Hua Ye, sharing many of the same harmonizing and detoxifying qualities as its flowers.

In TCM, Confederate Rose Leaf is considered sweet and cool, entering the Lung and Liver channels. It is used to clear heat, reduce swelling, and promote the healing of sores, burns, and skin eruptions. The leaves are also employed in mild detox and inflammation-clearing formulas, helping to relieve sore throat, cough, and general irritability due to heat.

In folk herbal use, the leaves are often prepared as poultices or decoctions to soothe wounds, insect bites, and skin irritation, or steeped into cooling teas for respiratory or digestive inflammation. Their mild, mucilaginous quality helps calm irritation and promote tissue repair, much like related hibiscus species.

Modern research has identified flavonoids, anthocyanins, and polyphenols in Hibiscus mutabilis, which contribute to its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and wound-healing effects. These compounds align with its traditional uses for reducing inflammation, protecting the skin, and supporting recovery.

Each batch of Confederate Rose Leaf Whole (Hibiscus mutabilis) is carefully harvested and shade-dried to preserve its soft green color, natural aroma, and mucilaginous properties. When brewed, it produces a mild, lightly floral infusion traditionally used for soothing heat, calming the skin, and easing irritation.