Hibiscus syriacus L.
Hibiscus syriacus
Hibiscus syriacus is a hardy deciduous shrub native to east Asia, but widely introduced elsewhere, including Europe and North America. It is known for its large trumpet-shaped flowers with prominent yellow-tipped white stamens, which can be pink, dark pink, light pink, or white. The plant is highly tolerant of air pollution, heat, humidity, poor soil, and drought.
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Malvales
Malvaceae
Hibiscus
Hibiscus syriacus contains various chemical compounds, including flavonoids, anthocyanins, and phenolic acids. These compounds contribute to its medicinal properties such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral effects.
Traditionally, the leaves of Hibiscus syriacus have been brewed into a herbal infusion and its flowers eaten in Korea. The plant is also used for ornamental purposes due to its attractive flowers.
July through September
2–4 meters (7–13 feet)
Pink, dark pink, light pink, or white
Moist but well-drained, organically rich soil; tolerant of a wide range of conditions including frost, drought, and urban pollution
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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