Latin Name: Hibiscus sabdariffa
Alternate Names: Red Tea, China-rose, Roselle, Jamaica Tea, Sudanese Tea, Japa (Sanskrit)
Family: MALVACEAE
Parts Used: Flowers (calices).
Properties: Alterative, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antiparasitic, Antiscorbutic, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Hemostatic, Refrigerant
Internal Uses: Cough, Cystitis, Fever
Internal Applications: Tea, Tincture, Capsules.
It is a mild antibacterial with soothing properties. Hibiscus makes a beautiful red or pink colored tea [...]