Rosella

Pronunciation: /roʊˈzɛlə/

Rosella (noun)

  1. A plant grown for its red, cup-shaped flowers, often used to make a tart drink.
  2. The red flower of this plant, used fresh or dried for drinks and sometimes for cooking.
  3. A type of small Australian parrot with bright colours, often seen in gardens and parks.

Examples

  • The rosella grows in warm soil.
  • People brew rosella tea from dried leaves.