Men, of course, would prefer a tattoo design that expresses masculinity and strength. After all, a tattoo is a form of self-expression in itself.

Tattoos are a means of portraying one's inner self as well as his or her ideas or emotions. The hibiscus is a flower whose portrayal as a tattoo can bring out these features in an effective manner. It also serves as a popular substitute for the more common ideas of using roses or other standard flora.