Hibiscus (Rosella) Tea

Botanical Name: Hibiscus sabdariffa

Rosella adds a beautiful red colour to herb teas, jams, chutneys, sauces, syrups and drinks.

The edible rosella calyxes are a rich source of vitamin C and give food and drinks a tart lemony flavour. You may need to sweeten with honey, sugar or stevia.

In herbal medicine, Rosella has been found to be helpful in reducing high blood pressure. Along with vitamin C, the seeds of the are known to be a good source of antioxidants. There have also been extensive studies to determine the antidiabetic and antihypertensive qualities of the calyxes. A cooling and sour herb Rosella is used in TCM to clear heat in the body, quench thirst and help with digestion.

Part Used

Flower calyxes

Contraindications

This is for any reason or condition that the herb shouldn’t be used.

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