Okra Ladies' Fingers, Hibiscus esculentus
Abelmoschus esculentus
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Where to buyOkra belongs to the Abelmoschus genus. Okra is also known as Ladies' Fingers, Hibiscus esculentus
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really pretty plant, with white hibiscus-like flowers with a purplish center.
The seed pods need to be picked when they are about 3 inches (7cm) long. They get woody and tough quickly after that, so plan on harvesting every other day.
Okra belongs to the Abelmoschus genus.
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Companion plants for Okra
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Repellent plants for Okra
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Okra Etymology
Okra Folklore
Other names for Okra
Ladies’ Fingers, Hibiscus esculentus
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Where to buy Okra
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