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Hibiscus surattensis, the bush sorrel or wild sour, is a widespread species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae.[2] It is native to the seasonally dry tropical (and subtropical) Old World, and has been introduced to many islands of the Indian Ocean.[1] As the common names imply, it is eaten as a leafy green by local peoples.[2]

The false sepals (the spoon-like green bracts with prongs) are a distinguishing feature of the species.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b "Hibiscus surattensis L." Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 1 December 2022.
  2. ^ a b c "Bush Sorrel". flowersofindia.net. Flowers of India. 2022. Retrieved 1 December 2022. Common name: ... Bush Althea


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