Jamaican Sorrel Seeds - Herbal Plant

Jamaican sorrel is a warm-season annual plant that grows well in tropical and subtropical climates. It develops an upright, bushy habit with deeply lobed leaves and produces fleshy calyces during the growing season. The plant thrives in full sun and performs best in well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture. It is suitable for garden beds and open fields where warm temperatures support steady growth and development.

Features

• Warm-season plant with upright, bushy growth
• Suitable for tropical and subtropical climates
• Requires full sun for optimal development
• Adapts well to fertile, well-drained soils
• Performs well in garden beds and open planting areas

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Hibiscus sabdariffa
• Common Name (US): Roselle
• Seed Type / Variety: Annual plant seed
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy annual
• USDA Zones: 9 to 11
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season:
  • Tropical regions: March to July
  • Subtropical regions: April to June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5 to 10 days in warm temperatures (20–30°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 1.5 to 2.5 meters height, 1 to 1.5 meters spread
• Plant Spacing: 60 to 90 cm apart