Abelmoschus esculentus
Okra
Common names: Lady's Finger
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Description
Okra is a warm‑loving fruit vegetable in the mallow family, related to hibiscus. Its finger‑shaped, ribbed pods are harvested young and simmer in stews such as gumbo, where they also thicken the dish. The plant produces attractive pale yellow flowers before the pods appear.
Care instructions
Sow in March in warm conditions of at least 20 °C, then transplant seedlings after the last frost (mid‑May, week 20) to the warmest, sunniest spot or a greenhouse. Water evenly at the root and keep the plant weed‑free. Harvest the pods young at about 8–10 cm; overripe pods become tough and fibrous. Regular picking keeps the plant productive.
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