Okra
Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) are known in many English-speaking countries as lady's fingers or gumbo) is a flowering plant in the mallow family, related to cotton and hibiscus.[1] It is valued for its edible green seed pods. It is cultivated for the pods, which are harvested in the immature stage and used in salads, soups and dishes.[2] It is the national vegetable of Pakistan.
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Species: | A. esculentus
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Hibiscus esculentus L. |
References
- ↑ National Research Council (2006-10-27). "Okra". Lost Crops of Africa: Volume II: Vegetables. Lost Crops of Africa. Vol. 2. National Academies Press. ISBN 978-0-309-10333-6. Retrieved 2008-07-15.
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ignored (help) - ↑ "9 Amazing Health Benefits of Okra". www.nutritionfox.com. Retrieved 25 January 2016.