What is okra

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1. What is

2. How to plant

3. Growth habits

Okra is an annual herbaceous plant of the genus Okra in the family Malvaceae, native to India. The capsule is cylindrical and spire-shaped, with a length of about 10-25cm. It has high economic value and edible value. Its seeds are spherical and are mostly grown by sowing. Generally, it is best to sow in spring, and the seeds need to be germinated before sowing.

1. What is it

Okra is an annual herbaceous plant of the Malvaceae family, also known as coffee okra. Its origin is in India, and it is currently cultivated in Guangdong, Hunan and other regions of China. Its capsule is cylindrical and spire-shaped, about 10-25cm in length, with a long beak at the top, and its seeds are spherical. In addition, it also has high economic and edible value.

2. How to plant

1. Time: It is best to sow in spring. In southern areas, sowing can be done after February, while in northern areas, sowing should be done in May.

2. Germination: Soak the seeds for 12 hours before sowing, and perform germination in an environment of 25-30°C. You can sow when the seeds are about 60% cracked.

3. Sowing: Water before sowing. , and then sow, usually in holes. The holes should not be too deep, usually 2-3cm. Cover with 2 cm of soil after sowing.

3. Growth habits

1. Moisture: Okra is very drought-tolerant and is afraid of water accumulation. The soil should not be too moist, as it is prone to diseases. Whether it is the germination period or the fruiting period, the soil should be kept slightly moist. <%
2. How to plant

3. Growth habits

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