Starchild: Why Malaysian kids think that the hibiscus is a symbol of pride


Lim Jing Fu, 12

The hibiscus, or bunga raya, is Malaysia’s national flower. This beautiful flower was chosen to represent the country, and it has been a symbol of pride ever since.

Dya Mehr Kaur, 5Dya Mehr Kaur, 5You might have seen hibiscus flowers in many gardens, parks and even schools. They are mostly bright red with five large petals, and they grow in warm, sunny places like Malaysia.

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