Hibiscus Sabdariffa
This species is known in the West Indies as red sorrel, on account of the calyxes and capsules having an acid taste. They are made into cooling drinks, by sweetening and fermentation. The bark contain...
This species is known in the West Indies as
red sorrel, on account of the calyxes and capsules having an acid
taste. They are made into cooling drinks, by sweetening and
fermentation. The bark contains a strong useful fiber which makes
good ropes if not too much twisted. It is also known as the
Roselle plant.
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