The hibiscus is a flowering plant with over 200 different species. These plants are native to the tropical and subtropical parts of the world. You will be able to find both perennial, as well as annual types of hibiscus. The primary reason people grow these types of plants is for their flowers. The shrubs themselves are also used for landscaping purposes. However, the flowers they grow are the main attraction for this type of plant.

The hibiscus comes in many different shapes and colors. Some species are shrubs, where as others can grow to trees that are six to eight feet tall. All of the different types of hibiscus produce large colorful flowers, they to also come in different shapes sizes. One commonality between all hibiscus species is its beauty. Their bright colors and large size allows it to brighten up the room, or enhance the look of your garden. Their aesthetically pleasing appearance gave it the reputation as being one of the most beautiful flowers in existence today.

The Purple Hibiscus is especially beautiful.  It has been known to produce some of the best looking flowers among all types of hibiscus. The flower of this species is grown for ornamental purposes, as well as to enhance the landscaping of the garden.