Hibiscus sabdariffa L.

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Type location:	Sri Lanka
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Zambian distribution (Flora Zambesiaca):	B,S
Zambian distribution (Provinces):	Nw,S
Growth form(s):	Annual.
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Literature:	Baumann, G. (2005). Photographic Guide to Wildflowers of Malawi Wildlife and Environmental Society of Malawi Pages 96 - 97. (Includes a picture). Chapano, C. & Mugarisanwa, N.H. (2003). Plants of the Matobo District National Herbarium and Botanic Garden, Zimbabwe Page 20. Exell, A.W. (1961). Malvaceae Flora Zambesiaca 1(2) Page 442.

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