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More than 2100 species of the wild flora and fauna photographed in Zihuatanejo, Mexico and the surrounding area.
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Mallows, Rock-roses, and Allies of Zihuatanejo
ORDER MALVALES
Roselles
Hibiscus sabdariffa
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Mallows, Rock-roses, and Allies (Order Malvales)
Flowers by Colour
Roselle is highly edible plant that is related to okra. In tropical and subtropical regions around the world the leaves are consumed as a vegetable, a spicy version of spinach. They are used in food preparation, while the calyx and flowers are used as a flavoring, coloring and for making teas. The calyx is also used in making wine, jam, juice, jelly, and syrup, while also used as a spice.

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