roselle

Etymology

Uncertain. Perhaps an alteration or misapprehension of French oseille denoting this plant, specific use of oseille sorrel; perhaps compare also sorrel.

noun

1. Hibiscus sabdariffa, an edible flower in the hibiscus family used to make hibiscus tea.
   I planted some roselle in the garden so I can start making my own hibiscus tea instead of relying on processed agua de jaimaica powders.
   Roselle has also been used as a source of plant fiber called roselle hemp. 1993, Y.P.S. Bajaj, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants V, page 218