| Property |
Specification |
| Shape |
Funnel-shaped with five petals |
| Color |
Red, pink, yellow, orange, or white |
| Size |
4–20 cm in diameter (varies by species) |
| Surface Texture |
Smooth, delicate petals |
| Weight (per flower) |
2–10 grams (fresh) |
| Moisture Content |
80–85% (fresh); 10–12% (dried) |
| Hardness |
Soft and pliable (fresh); brittle (dried) |
| Odor |
Mild, floral aroma |
| Taste |
Tart, slightly tangy when steeped |
| Petal Thickness |
Thin and delicate |
| Calyx |
Prominent, often used in dried form |
| Uses |
Culinary, medicinal, and ornamental |
