| Scientific name | Hibiscus sabdariffa |
| Appearance | Large flowers in dried red calyces, often crumpled or cut |
| Smell | Fruity, slightly tart, with a subtle floral note |
| Color | Dark red to deep burgundy |
| Used parts | Dried calyces (infusion, ritual baths, incense, sachets) |
| Origins | West Africa, Caribbean, India, Southeast Asia |
| Toxicity level | Weak (widely consumed infusion; to avoid in case of severe low blood pressure) |
