Hibiscus
veg · base score 0.7 · also listed as hibiscus, hibiscus flower
What is it?
Hibiscus is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.7 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 2 products
- Also listed as
- hibiscus, hibiscus flower
Common questions about hibiscus
Is Hibiscus good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain hibiscus?
2 UK products list hibiscus as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is hibiscus called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: hibiscus, hibiscus flower. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade hibiscus?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What is hibiscus in dog food?
Hibiscus is an edible flower or calyx from the Hibiscus plant, added to some dog foods and treats as a botanical ingredient. It appears on UK labels as hibiscus or hibiscus flower. It contributes plant compounds and natural colour but is used only in small amounts.
Is hibiscus safe for dogs?
Hibiscus is generally used as a minor botanical ingredient and is not a main nutrient source. Some dogs may be sensitive to new plants or flowers; speak to your vet.
