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Region-specific variations of Hibiscus sabdariffa along with their uses

Countries Used parts Traditional uses Varieties Types References
Bangladesh, Myanmar, Mexico, Central America, Nigeria, Queensland, Australia Fleshy red calyces Soft drinks, tonics, wine, juice, jam, jelly H. rosa sinensis
H. cannabinus
H. denudetus
H. sabdariffa
H. syrias
H. trionum
Alyogyne huegelii
Tropical, hardy and perennial Hibiscus [26]
Philippines, Myanmar, Bangladesh, India Tender stem and young leaves Vegetables H. rosa sinensis
H. cannabinus
H. hirtus
H. syriacus
Tropical and perennial Hibiscus [24]
Central and West Africa Seeds Seed oil, seeds roasted and grind and consumed as coffee substitutes H. rosa sinensis
H. cannabinus
H. hirtus
H. syriacus
H. sabdariffa
Perennial and hardy Hibiscus [25]
United Kingdom, Thailand, Italy Dried calyces Tea, syrup, readymade drinks H. syriacus
H. acetosella
H. manihot
H. sabdariffa
Perennial and hardy Hibiscus [27]
J Cancer Prev 2023;28:77~92 https://doi.org/10.15430/JCP.2023.28.3.77
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