Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)

Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)

Year
1977
Face Value
1
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
-
Themes
Plants & Flora

Catalogs References

Michel
KM P6
Yvert & Tellier
KM T6
Stanley Gibbons
KM D244

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Size
36 x 26 mm
Perforation
13½
Printing
Offset lithography
This postage due stamp is part of a Comorian series featuring the country's natural flora. It depicts the hibiscus, a flowering plant widely cultivated throughout the tropical regions of the Indian Ocean. Known for its large, showy blossoms, the hibiscus is an important ornamental plant that has become closely associated with the landscapes and gardens of many tropical islands, including the Comoros.

By issuing this stamp, the Comoros highlighted the beauty and diversity of its plant life. The issue celebrates the country's natural heritage and emphasizes the importance of tropical flora in enhancing the environment, supporting biodiversity, and contributing to the distinctive character of the islands.