{"product_id":"hibiscus-flowers-certified-organic-whole","title":"Hibiscus Flowers, Certified Organic - Whole","description":"\u003cp\u003eHibiscus sabdariffa is a member of the mallow family known for its vibrant red flowers. Large, showy hibiscus flowers thrive in tropical habitats and are commonly made into hibiscus tea. The cooling, refreshing brew can be quite tart. When enjoyed hot or iced, its common to add a natural sweetener to dull the tartness. Our organically cultivated hibiscus flower is ideal for blending into herbal infusions, crafting herbal syrups, and dying fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description product-description\" data-model=\"XLite\\Model\\Product\" data-identifier=\"54863\" data-property=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves, young shoots, and flowers from \u003cem\u003eHibiscus sabdariffa\u003c\/em\u003e are common sources of food and drink throughout the tropical regions where this plant thrives. Its large, showy flowers are most commonly brewed as hibiscus tea. In the Caribbean, the vibrantly red infusion is mixed with rum and served as a cocktail. Our whole, organic dried hibiscus flowers can be used in culinary recipes and make a lovely addition to botanical tea blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are over 220 species within the genus \u003cem\u003eHibiscus\u003c\/em\u003e which belong to the Malvaceae plant family. Hibiscus plants grow in most tropical areas of the world, with a minority of species able to survive in freezing environments. The abundant species found in the tropics cannot tolerate more than a few days of freezing weather and will die if such conditions persist. Hibiscus flowers come in a magnificent variety of colors. Also called roselle and ambashthaki.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHibiscus flowers are the main ingredient in many wonderfully refreshing teas made around the world, especially in Mexico, Latin America, and North Africa. A tea known as Agua de Jamaica, or simply Jamaica in Mexico, is usually served chilled with copious amounts of sugar to sweeten the natural tartness of the hibiscus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHibiscus flowers are often intercropped with peanuts. Occasionally fragments of peanut shells are present. Caution for individuals with severe peanut allergies. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 lb\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProperties:\u003c\/strong\u003e The tart taste of hibiscus is due to is content of 15 to 30% plant acids, including citric, malic, and tartaric acids. The wine-red color of the tea is the to anthocyans, including delphinidins and cyanidins. In tea, the herb yields mucilage and pectins.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid if there are gallstones. Keep in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHibiscus Flowers (Hibiscus sabdariffa). Certified Organic. Origin: Egypt\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mountain Rose","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47453039427740,"sku":"MR1274-W","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/2407\/0044\/files\/Hibiscus_20Flowers_2C_20Organic_20-_20Whole_2f94ab29-132d-4370-add1-3a32c68bd7e8.jpg?v=1787375653","url":"https:\/\/primenaturalfoods.ca\/fr\/products\/hibiscus-flowers-certified-organic-whole","provider":"Prime Natural Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}