Okra is mainly produced in Ethiopia in Africa and tropical Asia. At present, it is widely planted in tropical areas such as Europe, Africa, the Middle East, India and Southeast Asia, and it is planted in Hunan and Hubei in China.
Okra, also known as croissants and peppers, has many varieties, such as Wujiao, Kaliba Okra, Qingfu, etc. It has health care function and is rich in various nutrients, and is deeply loved by people.
No. 1, Pentagon
It was introduced from Japan. Its plant height is 1-2 meters, and its branching rate is strong. There are 3-4 branches from bottom to top, and the main branches and side branches have strong seed-bearing ability. The fruit is dark green, pentagonal, precocious and heat-resistant. The harvesting period can reach 130 days, which is more suitable for planting in tropical areas.
Number 2, Kariba Gumbo
Its plant height is 1.5 ~ 2 meters, its stem is cylindrical, its leaves are green, its fruit is dark green, and it mainly bears fruit with stems. Generally, it bears fruit 6-9 days after flowering, and the length can reach 10- 12 cm, while the processed and exported varieties are all high-quality varieties, and it takes 50-60 days from sowing to harvesting.
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It is a hybrid variety, with strong plant growth potential, stout stems, plant height of about 1.5m, tender fruit on five sides, regular fruit shape and dark green color. It can be harvested 36 days after planting, and the yield is extremely high.