Hibiscus Flowers (Hibiscus sabdariffa)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Hibiscus sabdariffa
COMMON NAMES
Hibiscus Flowers, Roselle
FAMILY
Malvaceae
DESCRIPTION
Native to Africa.
Traditionally used to support immune health.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose dried flowers.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Use 1 teaspoon of herb to a cup of cold water. As cold water extracts this herb most effectively do not heat, leave to infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Flavour with lemon, ginger or honey if desired. Drink up to 3 times a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
Alternatively add half a teaspoon (2.5 ml) of tincture to a cup of warm water for a quick alternative to tea.
The herb can be added as a flavouring to gin, vodka and other infusions.
CAUTIONS
Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
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