Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
"Hibiscus rosa-sinensis" is the national flower of Malaysia, called "bunga raya (literally: great flower)" in Malay. Introduced into the Malay Peninsula in the 12th century, it was nominated as the national flower in the year 1958 by the Ministry of Agriculture amongst a few other flowers, namely ylang ylang, jasmine, lotus, rose, magnolia, and medlar. On 28 July 1960, it was declared by the government of Malaysia that "Hibiscus rosa-sinensis" would be the national flower.