Gongura popularly called Pitwaa in Hindi, Pulicha Keerai in Tamil, and Kenaf or Roselle in English have amazing health benefits. It is a very popular plant in India grown for its green leaves. The leaves taste sour. NUTRIENT CONTENT: Gongura is an excellent source of folate and a very good source of vitamin B6, both of which are needed to maintain low homocysteine levels. Apart from this, it is a rich source of iron, vitamin C, antioxidants, calcium, iron, zinc, and vitamin A.