Hibiscus Petals (Organic)
Hibiscus Petals (Organic)
Common Name
Hibiscus, Roselle, Ambashthaki
Latin Name
Hibiscus sabdariffa
Origin
Egypt
What Is Hibiscus?
Hibiscus is a tropical flower that can be used as a food or herbal medicine. Hibiscus flowers have a sour and tart flavor, similar to lime, and are high in vitamin C. When brewed, hibiscus produces an extremely dark red color tea, which can also be used as a dye. Hibiscus tea is delicious both hot or iced.
How to Use Hibiscus (Common Uses)
Hibiscus petals can be brewed as a tea, or candied and used as an edible garnish for other foods. Hibiscus can also be used as a natural dye. Visit our herbal blog for more ideas about how to use hibiscus.
Active Constituents in Hibiscus
Citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, alkaloids, anthocyanins, quercetin.
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Top class petals, makes lovely cordials and teas and also excellent for a cure rub for fish!