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Corchorus Olitorius, Egyptian Spinach is a well-loved summer vegetable in our region. Molokhia/Molokheiya is a common name or many other names. It is believed to have been first discovered in Egypt prior to Christ and has been a staple food since days of the Pharaohs. The Egyptian name molokheiya means ‘vegetable for the king’ according to Wikipedia a sick Egyptian King, in the year 6000 BC, requested hot soup because he was unwell . After taking hot soup each day, his ailments were cured. Cleopatra might also have enjoyed the similar soup. Egyptian Spinach, along with its numerous close cousins can be found all over Africa, India, بذور جرجير and numerous other regions of Asia. It is a common plant in subtropical and tropical areas all over the world.
It is possible to grow it as an annual. It grows to approximately one meter in height. It it bears tiny yellow flowers and produces edible seeds that are shaped like pods. The edible leaves may also be harvested on a regular basis. It is very robust and quick growing. It is a cousin of okra that can be grown in many of the same conditions like the okra. But, it doesn’t need shade.
Large Egyptian spinach plant that is growing in the green house lattice
Do you want to grow some? It is able to grow in any soil type and does not care about the pH but always prefers a rich moist soil. Pots are also possible. Preparing the soil is as normal. Then, plant seeds in the exact spot in the area where they will develop. Spring and autumn are the ideal times to plant. Egyptian spinach seeds grow faster if immersed in soapy, hot water before plant. Isabel Shipard suggests soaking for as long as 12 hours. Begin picking leaves when the plant is around 40 centimeters high. Seeds which mature on the plant and fall to the soil will remain dormant in the soil until weather is perfect and will be the next year’s crop. Egyptian spinach is generally pest and disease free. The leaves are able to be shared by grasshoppers and caterpillars, but they aren’t likely to get infected by red spider mites. Seeds are currently available from BOGI seeds.
The leaf is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and protein. Younger leaves can be consumed raw in salads, or on sandwiches and the older leaves cooked or بذور جرجير dried. The leaves can be utilized in the same way as spinach. The leaves are utilized in Egypt as a traditional soup which includes coriander, garlic and meat. In other areas it is made into a stew that includes rice, cassava, and chicken meat. There are many recipes available for this plant. Leaves can be dried , then powdered to make tea. They can also be to be used in future stews and soups to add flavour and as a thickener . In Japan it is advertised in the health food store as a health tea. Young seed pods are used in the same way as the okra.
The advantages of Egyptian spinach have been marketed since the time of the Pharaohs. It is a tea that can boost the immune system. Tea made from leaves can assist in pregnancy and help increase mother’s milk production. It can also be used as a wash for sore eyes as well as cuts, rashes and scrapes.
Many members of the genus Corchorus are used as a source of Jute since they have long, strong fibres in their stalks. Jute was utilized over time to create coarse yarn, which was later used as rope, and also as sacking fabric. The most tall, unbranched stems were the best choice for this. The stems were immersed in vegetable matter for several days in order to allow the fibres to begin to decay. After that, the fibres were easily removed and then cleaned and dried. In some regions it is also possible for this fiber to be used for paper. Corchorus Olitorius is also known as Egyptian spinach, is the best utilized to create Jute. However it is also possible that some of its cousins are also used for different reasons.