Red okra seeds

Common name: Red Okra Scientific name: Abelmoschus esculentus Also known as: Red Qanawiya Red okra is a plant species belonging to the genus Abelmoschus of the Malvaceae family, and its green fruits are edible. It is an annual or biennial type. The plant reaches a height of up to 2 meters. The leaves are broad, measuring between 10 to 20 cm in length. They are lobed with 5 to 7 sections. • Flower of the Red Okra plant: The flowers' circumference ranges between 4 to 8 cm, each flower consists of 5 petals that range in color from white to yellow with purple spots at the base of each petal. • Fruit and seeds of the Red Okra plant: Its fruits are cooked and are long pods covered with soft fuzz, reaching up to 20 cm in length. This variety is distinguished by its red color. • Growing season of the Red Okra plant: Its seeds are planted in January and February in warm regions. • Suitable climate and soil for growing Red Okra: Growing okra requires at least eight hours of sunlight daily. It is preferable that the soil is loose, fertile, and slightly alkaline. If the soil is acidic, some lime is added several months before planting, along with suitable fertilizer. It is sensitive to frost and drought, and should be watered regularly. • How to cultivate Red Okra: It propagates through seeds planted at a depth of 1 cm from the soil surface. Organic fertilizer can be applied at least once to accelerate growth and development. It can also be propagated by seedlings. • Its benefits and uses: It is used for food and has multiple health benefits. A type of fiber is extracted from its stems and mature fruits, which is used in textile and paper manufacturing. • Native habitat of the Red Okra plant: Okra originated in tropical Africa and has been cultivated in the Middle East and India for a long time. In the 19th century, wild okra plants were observed along the White Nile in Sudan. Its cultivation is widespread in Saudi Arabia and most Arab countries.