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Abelmoschus esculentus
OkraHerb
Okra, Abelmoschus esculentus, known in some English-speaking countries as lady's fingers, is a flowering plant in the mallow family native to East Africa. Cultivated in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate regions around the world for its edible green seed pods, okra is used in the cuisines of many countries.
FamilyMalvaceae
GenusAbelmoschus
NativeAfrica
LifespanAnnual
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Explore additional details about Hibiscus rosa-sinensis.
Botanical Information
Scientific NameAbelmoschus esculentus
Common NameOkra
FamilyMalvaceae
GenusAbelmoschus
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Environmental Information
Pests & Diseases
- Aphids
- Whiteflies
- Spider mites
- Mealybugs
- Thrips
- Leaf spot
- Root rot
- Powdery mildew
- Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.