Hibiscus sabdariffa Roselle (Malvaceae)

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Hibiscus sabdariffa
Roselle
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The Hibiscus sabdariffa plant species is found in Tropics. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Roselle.

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Latin Name:  Hibiscus sabdariffa
Common Name:  Roselle
Family:  Malvaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  2

Habitat:  Disturbed ground[238].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a well-drained humus rich fertile soil in full sun[200]. This species is not hardy in Britain, but it can be grown as a half-hardy annual, flowering in its first year from seed[200]. Plants are sensitive to the length of daylight and do not flower if there are more than 13 hours of light in the day[169]. Roselle is cultivated for its edible calyx, there are some named varieties[183].

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