Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
esculentus
ID:
511530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moench

Source:
cmp

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Methodus : 617 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510862

Common Names

  • Abelmoschus esculentus
  • Edible Abelmoschus
  • Edible Okra

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Synonyms

  • Abelmoschus bammia Webb [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus longifolius Kostel. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus officinalis Endl. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus praecox Sickenb. [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus tuberculatus Pal & Har B.Singh [unknown]
  • Abelmoschus tuberculatus deltoidefolius T.K.Paul & M.P.Nayar [unknown]
  • Hibiscus bammia Tozzetti [unknown]
  • Hibiscus esculentus L. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus ficifolius Mill. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus hispidissimus A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus praecox Forssk. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus esculentus praecox (Forssk.) A.Chev. [valid]
  • Hibiscus esculentus textilis A.Chev. [valid]
  • Hibiscus longifolius Willd. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus aculeatus Roxb. [illegitimate]

Description

Abelmoschus esculentus (also called 'Okra', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet tropical forests. It is an evergreen perennial herb with lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Abelmoschus esculentus is used as a vegetable and for its edible leaves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Yellow, with a tubular corolla, up to 5 cm long. Seed: Small, black, ovoid. Seedlings: Young leaves are green, elliptic-oblong, with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abelmoschus esculentus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, shady area and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Abelmoschus esculentus

Abelmoschus esculentus can be found in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

Abelmoschus esculentus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abelmoschus esculentus?

Abelmoschus esculentus

What are the common names of Abelmoschus esculentus?

Okra, Lady's Finger, and Gumbo

Where is Abelmoschus esculentus found?

Abelmoschus esculentus is found in tropical regions of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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