Common Names: Chinese hibiscus, shoe-black plant
Study investigated therapeutic potential of plant extract for cancer, diabetes, and wound healing. Extract showed promising anticancer, antidiabetic, and wound healing activities. Contains key bioactive compounds. Could lead to new herbal treatments.
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis flowers extract (HRA) was prepared and shown to have antioxidant activity. HRA inhibited glucosidases and AChE activity, potentially useful for diabetes and cognitive improvement. The active constituents CS and QS stably bind to target proteins.