Editing Roselle (section)

== Introduction ==

'''Hibiscus sabdariffa''', commonly known as Roselle, is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Africa, although its exact origin is debated, with some sources suggesting it may also have originated in Asia, specifically between India and Malaysia<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus_sabdariffa</ref><ref>https://njaes.rutgers.edu/fs1298</ref>. Roselle is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its edible calyces, which are used to make teas, jams, and other food products, as well as for its fiber<ref>https://worldcrops.org/crops/roselle/index.html</ref><ref>https://njaes.rutgers.edu/fs1298</ref>. The plant has significant economic and cultural importance, being a major cash crop in countries like China, Sudan, and Thailand<ref>https://njaes.rutgers.edu/fs1298</ref>.

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