Hibiscus sabdariffa

Roselle

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Tropical plant cultivated for edible crimson calyces used in teas and jams. Features serrated leaves and white/yellow flowers with red centers. Thrives in warm, sunny climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Roselle
Family Malvaceae
Genus Hibiscus
Species Sabdariffa
Origin West Africa
Blooming Foliage and ornamental calyces, late summer to autumn
Leaf Color green
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Fertile, well-drained loamy soil with pH 6.0-7.5; rich in organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during vegetative growth; reduce watering after harvest to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure (minimum 6 hours daily) for robust calycal development and flowering

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth phase in spring/summer

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Pruning

Pinch growing tips early season to encourage branching and bushier habit

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 34000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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