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rosella

The correct spelling is rosella.

How to pronounce rosella

noun

IPA: /ɹə(ʊ)ˈzɛlə/

Say it like: Ros-ell-a

The correct spelling is rosella. A parrot belonging to any of the five to eight species in the genus Platycercus (originally specifically Platycercus eximius) which is native to Australia and nearby islands. For example: "I planted some roselle in the garden so I can start making my own hibiscus tea instead of relying on processed agua de jaimaica powders."

Usage Examples

I planted some roselle in the garden so I can start making my own hibiscus tea instead of relying on processed agua de jaimaica powders.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A parrot belonging to any of the five to eight species in the genus Platycercus (originally specifically Platycercus eximius) which is native to Australia and nearby islands.
  2. 2.Hibiscus sabdariffa, an edible flower in the hibiscus family used to make hibiscus tea, also known as agua de jamaica or sorrel.

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