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Abelmoschus esculentus (Okra)

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Okra. Okra. Okra (US /ˈoʊkrə/ or UK /ˈɒkrə/; Abelmoschus esculentus Moench), known in many English-speaking countries as ladies' fingers, bhindi, bamia, or gumbo, is a flowering plant in the mallow family.

Okra

It is valued for its edible green seed pods. The geographical origin of okra is disputed, with supporters of South Asian, Ethiopian and West African origins. The plant is cultivated in tropical, subtropical and warm temperate regions around the world.[1] Vernacular names[edit] Abelmoschus esculentus. Abelmoschus esculentus [edit] Familia: Malvaceae Subfamilia: Malvoideae Tribus: Hibisceae Genus: Abelmoschus Species: Abelmoschus esculentus Name[edit] Abelmoschus esculentus (L.)

Abelmoschus esculentus

Abelmoschus esculentus.