Hibiscus acetosella False roselle (Malvaceae)

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Hibiscus acetosella
False roselle
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The Hibiscus acetosella plant species is found in E. and C. Africa. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as False roselle.

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Latin Name:  Hibiscus acetosella
Common Name:  False roselle
Family:  Malvaceae
Author:  Welw.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known

Edible Uses: Leaves - raw or cooked. Added to salads or used in soups, stews etc[183]. They can be cooked with other foods to give them an acid sorrel-like flavour[183]. Root - it is edible but is very fibrousy[144]. Mucilaginous, without very much flavour[144].

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