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hibuscus
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Copyright: Sea Ayhan (norenastramus) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2520 W: 94 N: 1591] (22686)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-08-10
Categories: Nature
Camera: Sony DSLR-A100 W, Sony 18-70mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/160 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-09-08 9:35
Viewed: 299
Points: 66
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Hibiscus, or rosemallow, is a large genus of about 200–220 species of flowering plants in the family Malvaceae (the mallow family, along with members like cocoa, cotton, okra, baobab and durian) native to warm temperate, subtropical and tropical regions throughout the world. The genus includes both annual and perennial herbaceous plants, and woody shrubs and small trees.

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1 Description
2 Uses
2.1 National symbol
3 Species

HİBİSCUS :
The leaves are alternate, simple, ovate to lanceolate, often with a toothed or lobed margin. The flowers are large, conspicuous, trumpet-shaped, with five or more petals, ranging from white to pink, red, purple or yellow, and from 4-15 cm broad. The fruit is a dry five-lobed capsule, containing several seeds in each lobe, which are released when the capsule splits open at maturity.
A hibiscus, showing pistil and stamens
At left, a flower emerges from a bud. At right, the same flower less than 18 hours later.

A white Hibiscus arnottianus in Hawaii.
A red Hibiscus of Kerala
(Hibiscus rosa-sinensis).Many species are grown for their showy flowers or used as landscape shrubs. Hibiscus is also a primary ingredient in many herbal teas.

One species of Hibiscus, known as Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus), is extensively used in paper making. Another, roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is used as a vegetable and to make herbal teas and jams (especially in the Caribbean).

In Mexico, the drink is known as Jamaican water or agua de Jamaica and is quite popular for its color, tanginess and mild flavor; once sugar is added, it tastes somewhat like cranberry juice. Dieters or persons with kidney problems often take it without adding sugar for its beneficial properties and as a natural diuretic. It is made by boiling the dehydrated flowers in water; once it is boiled, it is allowed to cool and drunk with ice.[1]

In Egypt and Sudan, roselle petals are used to make a tea named after the plant, karkade.

Hibiscus species are used as food plants by the larvae of some Lepidoptera species including Chionodes hibiscella, Hypercompe hambletoni, the Nutmeg moth, and the Turnip Moth.

The Hibiscus is used as an offering to Goddess Kali and Lord Ganesha in Hindu worship. The Gumamela or Hibiscus rosa sinensis linn flower has antifungal, emmenagogue, emollient and refrigerant effect.[240]

The bark of the hibiscus contains strong fibers. They can be obtained by letting the stripped bark sit in the sea in order to let the organic material rot away. In Polynesia these fibers (fau, pūrau) are used for making grass skirts. They have also been known to be used to make wigs.

Hibiscus, especially white hibiscus, is considered to have medicinal properties in the Indian traditional system of medicine, Ayurveda. Roots make various concoctions believed to cure various ailments.

The natives of southern India uses the Red hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) for hair care purposes. The red flower and leaves, extracts of which can be applied on hair to tackle hair-fall and dandruff on the scalp. It is used to make hair protective oils. A simple application involves soaking the leaves and flowers in water and using a wet grinder to make a thick paste, and used as a natural shampoo.

Dried hibiscus is edible, and is often a delicacy in Mexico.

The hibiscus flower is traditionally worn by Hawaiian women. A single flower is tucked behind the ear. Which ear is used indicates the wearer's availability for marriage.

The Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower (Bunga Raya) of Malaysia.
Another Hibiscus rosa-sinensis in India.In temperate zones, probably the most commonly grown ornamental species is Hibiscus syriacus, the common garden Hibiscus, also known in some areas as the "Rose of Althea" or "Rose of Sharon" (but not to be confused with the unrelated Hypericum calycinum, also called "Rose of Sharon"). In tropical and subtropical areas, the Chinese hibiscus (H. rosa-sinensis), with its many showy hybrids, is the most popular hibiscus.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus


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Wonderful light here Sea! Nice details, a grand morning shot. White flowers are SO hard to shoot in the sunlight. You managed it well, a little OE here and there, just a TEENIE bit..not worth fretting over! Nice work!
B-)
Linda

Beautiful flower shot. I like the pov and composition.
TFS

Josée

Bonjour Sea
Cette fleur est très belle,l'exposition sur le blanc est parfaite et le coeur de la fleur est net.
Very good job here
Have a nice day
Friendly
Gildas

Selamlar Ayhan :)
Gayet hoş bir sunum.Ton Ve Detaylar mükemmel görünüyor.Ellerine sağlık.İyi Akşamlar,
Deniz:)

Merhaba Ayhan

Başarılı bir makro çalışması.
Güzel ve az görünen bir çiçek.
Eline sağlık
Selamlar

Faruk

Hi Ayhan
the Hibiscus is an ordinari plant buf you have posted here a beautiful Species.
the white and red are beautiful.
very clear image and good lighting.
very nice presentation.
greetings
tsilla

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  • Ejtaan Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1088 W: 113 N: 1987] (9840)
  • [2008-09-08 11:59]

I love these flowers... they come in so many varieties...

Great exposure and sharpness on this one Hilmi... I really like the depth in this image too!

Cheers,
Anneke

Hello Sea,
A beautiful picture from a beautiful flower.
Perfection from nature and photographer.
t.f.s.and greeting,
Frieda.

hi sea, neat shot, excellent details and clarity with stunning colors, nice psot!
tfs,
scott

Hello Sea!
Beautiful light and great colours in your picture!
Nice white hibiscus!
Best regards!
Lili

Merhaba Hocam
Harika bir makro çalışma
Notta çok iyi oldu, hep bu çiçeği çekiyoruz adını bilmiyoruz
Teşekkürler
Burak

MerhabaH.Ayhan, fascinating compèosition with wonderful flower, great colors and splendid sharpness, very well done, ciao Silvio

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  • Emma Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1507 W: 5 N: 1612] (9066)
  • [2008-09-08 14:14]

Beautiful hibiskus my friend Ayhan...Beautiful light and great colours in your macro.Good job.
Best regards.
Eva

merhaba arkadaş
güzel bir makro.tebrikler.renkler çok hoş görünüyor dostum.

sevgiler,saygılar.
gürkan akçakır.

Boa noite sea
What I love must is thelight of the mixed colours. Fantastic and special.
My regards
teresat

Merhaba Ayhan,
En sevdiğim yaz çiçeklerinden biri Hibiscus. Netlik, ışık kullanımı başarılı, çerçeve çok zarif ve uyumlu olmuş.
Teşekkürler
Selahattin E

Merhaba Ayhan,
Işık kullanımı muhteşem etki uyandırmış, şahane bir makro çekim.Eline sağlık.
Selamlarımla..

hAyAti

wonderful capture of this flower Sea, we call it Gumamela in our country, vivid and sharp close up, well seen.
regards.................andres

hello Sea,

another beautiful flower shot.. i like this hibiscus species white one.. very good capture and lovely light seen in some part of the flower.. good job.. tfs..

regards, terry

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3713 W: 216 N: 3721] (28231)
  • [2008-09-09 2:13]

Merhaba Ayhan

A superb floral macro, of the burgundy throated white flower, with good dof & sharpness. Tfs!

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  • Juliet Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 738 W: 37 N: 1578] (10399)
  • [2008-09-09 3:41]

Hi Sea,
Gorgeous lighting and a beautiful flower shot. TFS Julie

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  • milas Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2167 W: 385 N: 2285] (24722)
  • [2008-09-09 6:06]

merhaba Ayhan..
Macroda iddialı olduğunuzu bu iki fotoda ispatlarcasını müthiş çekimler ekliyorsunuz...Tebrik ediyorum bu güzel paylaşımlar için...elinize sağlık..selamlar

Hello Sea


Beautiful shot and wonderful details
The definition of the macro this excellent one!
I like the light and shadows, for me this perfect one!
I like your composition!
Congratulations!

Sérgio

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  • ayse51 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1155 W: 62 N: 808] (12605)
  • [2008-09-09 9:15]

Merhaba Hilmi,
nefis bir macro çalışma.Sanki uzansam elimdeymiş gibi.Işık,çerçeve muhteşem.Tebrikler.Necla.

Prywitanne Ayhan!
nice flower!good colours!wonderful macro work!=)
ALiaksandr

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  • gnada Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2093 W: 59 N: 2671] (14713)
  • [2008-09-09 16:13]

Hi Sea...
Very nice and interesting macro shot...
I love the colors and tones of this picture.
Superb posting my dear friend!
Greetings,
George

Beautiful macro detail.

Olá meu amigo Sea,

Uma bela foto desta bela flor!
As cores estão bem naturais, assim como também a luminosidade!
Parabéns!
Grande abraço,
Sergio

:) tomorrow

Hi Sea!
Wonderful macro picture!
Excellent balance of light and shadow.
Colours fabulous.
Beautiful composition!
Congratulations!

Greetings
Ricardo

Hi Sea,
Wonderful,congratulation.
Ralf

Beautiful shot of a beautiful flower with a wonderful color.
GRACE STOUT

Hello Sea,
Beautiful colour and light on this hibiscus.
Perfect details.
A real stunner.
TFS, Joni

Hello, Sea!

Nice shot with fine details. Congratulations
for this well presented job, friend!!

Abraços,
Bruno

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