Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle): Unveiling its Nutritional Profile and uses

Abstract

Hibiscus sabdariffa known as roselle, is a tropical plant that people grow because its red calyces offer numerous health and nutritional benefits. People grow roselle extensively in Africa, Asia and the Caribbean because this Malvaceae species thrives in warm temperatures. People appreciate the plant because it serves many food and drink purposes while providing healing benefits and essential nutrients. The red color and powerful antioxidant power of hibiscus come from the many bioactive substances in its calyces, including anthocyanins, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. The plant contains essential vitamin B along with vitamins C and A plus nutritional fiber and mineral nutrients. The plant provides great value for health because its small caloric value and fat level make it ideal for nutritional supplements. People use it to create herbal tea blends and drinks, plus multiple other products like jam and syrup. People pick hibiscus tea because it provides refreshing drinks with a cranberry taste. Medical science recognizes H. sabdariffa because it helps the liver while reducing blood pressure and improving cholesterol levels. Traditional medical treatments, such as diabetes, hypertension which depend on hibiscus because it shows properties that reduce bacteria and inflammation. Roselle easily fits into culinary uses because people make savory dishes, sauces, and desserts with it. From health benefits to culinary use hibiscus stands out as an important plant for society and food science. The future investigation needs to perform clinical trials while establishing standardized extraction techniques for developing functional food items and nutraceuticals. Further evaluation of H. sabdariffa in sustainable agriculture practices as well as cosmetic applications, has the potential to boost its commercial possibilities. This review confirms how H. sabdariffa represents a plant with multiple uses that shows potential across health domains and nutritional sections and industrial applications.