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].

Medicinal Information: Roselle is an aromatic, astringent, cooling herb that has diuretic effects, helps lower fevers and is antiscorbutic[74, 238]. The leaves and flowers are used internally as a tonic tea for digestive and kidney functions[74, 238]. Experimentally, an infusion decreases the viscosity of the blood, reduces blood pressure and stimulates intestinal peristalsis[240].

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