Is the Flower of the Hour Edible? A Comprehensive Guide to *Hibiscus trionum*
                                
                                
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                                According to the Plants For A Future database, the young leaves and shoots of the flower of the hour (*Hibiscus trionum*) are edible, both raw and cooked. This beautiful, short-lived bloom is often mistaken for its more famous hibiscus relatives, leading many to question its edibility and safety for consumption.