Thai Red Roselle Hibiscus (Sorrel)

Hibiscus sabdariffa Seeds per packet ~ 25 Germination 76% Jan 2024   DISCOUNTED Origins and History Thai Roselle a member of the Malvaceae family, is an heirloom variety that traces its origins to Africa, where it was traditionally cultivated for its tart calyces and medicinal value. It spread widely through trade routes and became established in Asia, particularly in Thailand, where it was embraced for both culinary and health uses. Over centuries, Thai Roselle developed a reputation as a staple in herbal remedies and refreshing beverages, making it an enduring heirloom crop in tropical and subtropical regions. Appearance and Characteristics Thai Roselle is a fast-growing annual with sturdy, branching stems and deeply lobed green to reddish leaves. Its most striking feature is the fleshy, bright red calyces that encase the seed pods, which are harvested and dried for culinary and medicinal purposes. The plant can grow 3–6 feet tall in favorable conditions, with yellow to pale pink hib