Hibiscus emoji meaning
People use it to add a tropical or summery feel to captions about beaches, flowers, or travel. Example: 'Missing these island vibes ๐บ' or 'Fresh flowers from the garden ๐บ'. It's also used to express appreciation for beauty in nature or as a decorative touch in messages.
The official Unicode name for ๐บ is hibiscus. It belongs to the animals & nature group and the flowers subgroup. Keyboards and search boxes find it with keywords such as flower, plant.
It was added in Emoji 0.6 ยท 2010, so it displays on every current phone, computer and browser.
How to get ๐บ on iPhone and iPad
- Tap the emoji key (the smiley face) or the globe key on the keyboard.
- Tap Search Emoji at the bottom and type hibiscus.
- Tap ๐บ to insert it.
If the emoji keyboard is missing, turn it on in Settings โ General โ Keyboard โ Keyboards โ Add New Keyboard โ Emoji.
How to get ๐บ on Android
On Gboard, tap the emoji button next to the space bar, then use the search bar at the top and type "hibiscus". On Samsung Keyboard, tap the emoji icon and use the search field the same way. Or copy ๐บ from this page and paste it.
How to type ๐บ on Windows
- Click where you want the emoji.
- Press Win+. (the Windows key and the period key) to open the emoji panel.
- Type "hibiscus" and click ๐บ.
The panel remembers recently used emoji, so it will be one click away next time.
How to type ๐บ on a Mac
Press Control+โ+Space to open the emoji picker, type "hibiscus" and double-click ๐บ. On a MacBook with a Touch Bar, or on recent macOS versions, the fn or globe key also opens the picker.
๐บ in Word and Google Docs
Both accept emoji as normal text. On Windows use Win+., on Mac use Control+โ+Space, or paste ๐บ from this page. In Google Docs you can also go to Insert โ Emoji. In Word, Insert โ Symbol lists emoji under the Segoe UI Emoji font.
๐บ in HTML, CSS and code
| Format | Code |
|---|---|
| HTML decimal | 🌺 |
| HTML hex | 🌺 |
CSS content | "\1F33A" |
| JavaScript | "\u{1F33A}" |
| Python | "\U0001F33A" |
| URL encoded | %F0%9F%8C%BA |
| Shortcode (GitHub, Slack, Discord) | :hibiscus: |
Because ๐บ is standard Unicode, you can paste it straight into any UTF-8 file. The escapes are for when the file encoding is uncertain or the emoji must be entered in code.
Frequently asked questions
What does the hibiscus emoji mean? +
๐บ shows a hibiscus flower and represents tropical settings, beauty, and relaxation or vacation vibes. Its official Unicode name is "hibiscus".
What does ๐บ mean in Hawaiian culture? +
The hibiscus is closely associated with Hawaii and the Pacific Islands, often symbolizing beauty, hospitality, and tropical living.
Is ๐บ used for a specific occasion or holiday? +
It's commonly used for vacation posts, summer greetings, and messages about nature or gardening rather than tied to one specific holiday.
How do I get the hibiscus emoji on my keyboard? +
On iPhone, open the emoji keyboard and search "hibiscus". On Android, tap the emoji key on Gboard and search the same. On Windows press Win + . (period), and on Mac press Control + Command + Space, then type the name. Or simply copy ๐บ from this page.
What is the Unicode for ๐บ? +
The hibiscus emoji is U+1F33A. In HTML use 🌺.
Why does ๐บ look different on other phones? +
Every platform draws its own artwork for the same emoji character. Apple, Google, Samsung and Microsoft each have their own design, so ๐บ looks slightly different but means the same thing everywhere.