Annual or biennial small shrub with green leaves and edible red fruit calyces. 
Other Names: Roselle, Florida Cranberry, Red Sorrel, Indian Sorrel, Mesta
Origin: Africa
Size: 1-2m high, 1m spread
Growing conditions: full sun to partial shade
Propagation: from seed during November
Growing tips: Picking off the plump, red calyces as soon as they mature, encourages regular flowering and more fruit set.
Use: To prepare rosellas, the red calyces need to be pulled off the seed capsule by hand. You can freeze the calyces until you have enough to make jam. Dried calyces are used for tea.
Availability in shop: seeds when available