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Okra

Okra

Abelmoschus esculentus

Medium difficultySummer/MonsoonVegetables
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Sunlight
Full Sun
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
12" pot
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Start from
Direct sowing or nursery 15-20 days

About Okra

Heat-loving vegetable producing edible green pods rich in fiber and folate. Also known as bhindi or lady's finger. Thrives in warm weather with regular harvesting.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
25-35°C
Heat stress above
40°C
Cold stress below
15°C
Humidity
Moderate
Rain sensitivity
Low

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–60
Stage 3
Flowering
Day 61–89
Stage 4
Harvest
Day 90–120

Common pests and diseases

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