Hibiscus: alternatives and connections

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Hibiscus

A genus of plants (herbs, shrubs, or trees), some species of which have large, showy flowers. Some species are cultivated in India for their fiber, which is used as a substitute for hemp. See Althea, Hollyhock, and Manoe.

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Mahoe 76% connected

A name given to several malvaceous trees (species of Hibiscus, Ochroma, etc.), and to their strong fibrous inner bark, which is used for strings and…

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Roselle 76% connected

a malvaceous plant (Hibiscus Sabdariffa) cultivated in the east and West Indies for its fleshy calyxes, which are used for making tarts and jelly and…

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Sorrel 76% connected

Of a yellowish or redish brown color; as, a sorrel horse.

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Mallow 76% connected

Alt. of Mallows

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