What is Hibiscus esculentus?
hibiscus esculentus , also known as Abelmoschus esculentus is an annual vegetable that is more often known as the octures. In some areas it is called Gambo or Lady Fingers. Originally from Africa, this member of the Mallow family is now grown in warmer climate around the world and is very popular in the southeastern United States. It produces striking pale yellow flowers, but is grown for its edible pods. Individual leaves can measure 8 inches (20 cm) in length and individual flowers usually have about 3 inches (8 cm) in diameter. Long green fruit, which resembles a small gourd or zucchini, grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) and is usually full of kidney -shaped seeds. The fruit should be selected when it is small because the larger ones can be bitter and hard. This slims high soluble fiber, but many people don't care about its texture. Cooking is all helping to reduce leanness as well as fast frying. Adding sour food to the pelvis hibiscus esculentus, such as tomatoes, lemon juice or vinegar, alsoIt helps minimize GOOEY nature.
Other parts of the plant provide different uses in addition to fruit. The leaves are edible and can be added to soups and stews to thicken the broth. They can also be consumed raw in salads or can be cooked as beet green. In addition, the seeds are tasty and can be used as a replacement of coffee.
Esculent cušku seeds are easy to germinate and should be planted directly into the ground where they are to stay. Plants transplant well and often suffer from shock when they are dug. If the plants must be moved, it should be done when they are small, and care should be that they do not disturb the root systems with the largest soil maintained around the roots.
These types of hibiscus plants are very fertile. Like squash and zucchini, they usually produce more fruit than one family can use. However, it is easy to preserve canning or freezing. If you arein frozen, they should be used immediately after thawing to prevent them from becoming hammocks.
In addition to having a high fiber content, the seed pods are Hibiscus esculentus with a high content of folic acid and vitamin B6. They are also a good source of calcium and vitamin A. To maintain most of these nutrients, the seed pods should cook as little as possible or eat raw.