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Empty seed heads
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Empty seed heads?
High temperatures (above 35°C) during the flowering stage cause the pollen to become sterile, resulting in empty husks.
How to treat Empty seed heads
There is no fix once pollen is sterilized. You can still harvest the leaves, which are edible like spinach.
How to prevent Empty seed heads
Time your sowing so the plant flowers during the cooler months (January-February in the plains).
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