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Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) seeds, organic
Tropical perennial grown as an annual in temperate climates. The papery blooms give way to the bright red, fleshy calyces, which may be made into jelly, syrup or wine. Dried, the calyces are widely used in herbal teas, imparting a bright red color and a tart flavor. The dried leaves are also good in tea. Medicinal uses are myriad, ranging from tummy ache to tuberculosis. The plant prefers full sun and fertile, fast-draining soils. The seeds should be started early in the greenhouse and transplanted...
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