Benefits and the Benefits Rosella Flower petals
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Rosella [Hibiscus sabdariffa var. sabdariffa] included in the family Malvaceae, with the characteristics of plants grow upright, much branched, with bushes, and has an annual life cycle. Stems reddish color, and can reach heights up to 3.5 meters. Leaf color varies from dark green to red with a serrated edge. Red flowers with a dark-colored tip, with stamens and pistils. Seeds contained in the shell, which is protected by a kind of soft red petals, which when dried, is used as material for making tea Rosella.

Rosella used in many areas as traditional medicine. Has a mild effect as a laxative and expedite disposal of urine. This is caused by the substance contained in the petals Rosella, namely ascorbic acid and glycolic acid.

Because it also contains citric acid or citric acid, Rosella is also used as a refreshing, cool effects to the body in hot weather, because it increases blood circulation in the skin surface and pores widen.

The bulk of Rosella plants, including seeds, leaves, petals and roots are often used as a food ingredient. Among these bagian2, petals Rosella is the most popular. Used as raw material for it jams, syrups, ice cream, taste, and also in dry form for brewed and served as we serve tea.

Rosella leaves and petals can also be used as a health drink to improve digestion and kidney function. Rosella leaves in warm and knead, either to heal cracked at the heel and to accelerate ulcer mature.