SCIENCE PROJECT

BENEFITS OF JAMAICA FLOWER IN

HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT

Joaquín Aron Aznaran Córdova

Huiman Marquina, Luciano Alejandro
STUDENTS:
Sánchez Calagua. Kiara Luciana
Tirado Palacios, Luhana Nikaule

LEVEL OF STUDY: 5TO

SECTION:
A

TEACHER: Flor Maria Plasencia León

2023
I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Within this Science Project, the topic of the

benefits that the consumption of hibiscus flower brings to our health and

environment, considering that this input can be consumed

in different ways, both in desserts and medicinal products,

example: in food, in a medicinal form, as a coloring agent for desserts and

to create fibers and sweets; the limited knowledge they have of the

people about this little plant makes us want to contribute in a way

effective in its dissemination, thus taking advantage of its benefits in the various

diseases that threaten the population, as well as being a

natural leaf and with good flavor, it can help to combat and prevent

any type of illness, thanks to its beneficial properties for

health and the environment, since its pulp is used for other types

of inputs and is used to make desktop sheets, so much so that

make this a biodegradable and easy to dispose of input.

Making this input more attractive and tasty by doing this

little sheet rich desserts like cupcakes, jam, and jelly, thus giving to

to know our audience in general all the benefits and properties

what you can find in hibiscus by consuming it in different ways

presentations.
II. PROBLEM
Nowadays, hibiscus has a significant impact on health and the environment.

environment since it has truly beneficial properties that

they help in the treatment of different diseases and contribute to care

of the environment; part of the pulp that is used for other types of

supplies are used to make desktop sheets, which makes it

this is a biodegradable and easy-to-dispose-of input, thus we promote the

care for our environment and can be used as part of the

humus to fertilize the soil.

This leads us to formulate our research problem of the

next way.

What benefits does hibiscus flower provide for health and well-being?

environment?

III. GENERAL OBJECTIVE

Identify the benefits of Hibiscus flower as a contribution to health

and the environment.

IV. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

Investigate what health benefits the hibiscus flower provides us.

the environment.

To inform about the benefits that the hibiscus flower provides for
health and the environment.
V. JUSTIFICATION

This current science project is important and its justification is

realization because it generates contributions to the field of health and the environment

environment. We also hope to contribute to its dissemination that allows

improve human quality of life.

VI. BACKGROUND

The background of this project is available at

internet, some consulted projects were:

According to the company Amarula (2009) of natural products: "The flower

from Jamaica has a variety of positive effects on health

human as well as in the environment. It is known that Jamaica

it is rich in a variety of nutraceutical compounds such as the

anthocyanins and procyanidins, strong antioxidants that are the cause of

intense red color. Additionally, Jamaica has a significant content of

vitamins A and C, a large amount of minerals, citric acid and

malic among many other components. The antioxidants that are

they find in the Jamaica make it a food that can help

fight various diseases and thanks to its pulp we can make

leaves which help us to care for the environment since

they are biodegradable.

VII. BASIC DEFINITIONS

The hibiscus leaf

 Hibiscus sabdariffa or also known as Abyssinian rose or flower

from Jamaica, it is a hibiscus from the Malvaceae family,

originating from Africa and tropical Asia. Since it has properties

medicinal, its delicious flavor and striking color, is grown with

success around the world. In the Americas, it entered through the island of

Jamaica, hence its name. It consists of a herbaceous plant.

annual that can reach 2 to 4 meters in height. It is typical of

tropical and subtropical dry climates. The most noteworthy aspect of the

the plant is the calyx, fleshy and of a deep red color, that

collects when it reaches a wine-like tone and is left

dry for use as food.

2. Properties of the hibiscus leaf.

Antihypertensives

Antiparasitics

Analgesic

Anti-inflammatory

Antimicrobial

Antioxidant

Antihypertensive

Healing

Detoxifying

Diuretics

3. Benefits of hibiscus leaf for health.

 The antioxidants in Hibiscus Flower: Decreases levels of

fat substances in the blood such as bad cholesterol (LDL) and

triglycerides. It is an adjunct in the regulation of blood pressure

blood-related, a property that makes Jamaica an ideal food

for people suffering from elevated cholesterol levels and for the

hypertensive people.

Regulates insulin production. A property that makes it a

high-value food for people who suffer from diabetes.

Fight malignant cells of various forms of cancer without

affect healthy cells. A property that makes Jamaica a

desirable food for people who seek to prevent this

disease. Apart from the previous properties, the Flower of

Jamaica is rich in mineral salts making it a drink

ideal moisturizer for athletes and in case of dehydration due to

excess of alcoholic beverages or fever. The Hibiscus flower is

diuretic, ideal for people who tend to retain liquids or who

suffers from kidney problems, in addition to eliminating lipids and fluids

Hibiscus improves body weight. Hibiscus is also a

relaxing that does not induce sleep, but rather levels the system

the central nervous system helps to control stress, thus allowing a

natural rest. For its flavor, color, for being refreshing and easy

to prepare, the Hibiscus flower is a healthy alternative to

replace soda drinks.

4. Benefits of hibiscus in the environment.

 The husk or remnants of the hibiscus flower serves as fertilizer.

for the plants.

VIII. HYPOTHESIS

The benefits of hibiscus leaves for health and the environment

they are of utmost importance to human beings, as they provide us with many

extremely important properties that contribute to a better quality

of life.

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1. MATERIALS

Hibiscus Leaf

b. Inputs for the preparation of different presentations, such as:

jam, cupcakes, and gelatin.

JAM CUPCAKES GELATIN

Hibiscus flower Hibiscus flower Flavorless gelatin
Sugar Flour Hibiscus flower
Water Baking powder water

Eggs sugar
Vegetable oil
Water
Sugar

c. Bol
d. Gas
e. Kitchen
2. BUDGET

EXPENSES
Cupcake ingredients 15:00
Jam ingredients 10.00
Gelatin ingredients 8:00
Bond paper 0.50
Deposits 2.00
Silicone 1.50
Presentation poster board 0.80
TOTAL 37.80

3. PROJECT SCHEME

4. RESULTS

After the presentations are ready, we will take them for tasting.

and the subsequent dissemination of the benefits that hibiscus leaves bring

how we can prepare it for consumption and thus be able to extract its

properties.
 X. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Through the present project, we can determine that the leaves of

Jamaica contains many benefits that contribute to health and well-being.
environment.

The hibiscus leaf can be consumed in different preparations, such as

make it more visually appealing for people's consumption.

The hibiscus leaf is also used for the preparation of leaves of

biodegradable desks that help care for the environment.

Encourage people to consume the hibiscus leaf, as it has

many benefits.

Make the Jamaica leaf known for its consumption.

[Link] AND LINKOGRAPHY

Book of Spices: Aromatic Herbs and Spices

Robinbook.

Harvest Manual

León, J. (1968). Botanical foundations of tropical crops. IICA.

Benefits of the hibiscus leaf, extracted from:Jamaica » What it is for, properties,

uses, benefits and more ([Link])

5 beneficios de la flor de jamaica, extraído de youtube.

14/08/2023

XII. ANNEXES