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Corchorus Olitorius Egyptian Spinach is a very popular summer crop in our region. It goes under many names Molokhia/Molokheiya (and several other ways to spell it), salad mallow, Jew’s mallow mallow and West African sorrel to name just a few. It is believed to have been first discovered in Egypt before Christ and has been a staple food since the times of the Pharaohs. It is believed that the Egyptian name molokheiya means ‘vegetable for the king’ according to Wikipedia, a sick Egyptian king, around 6000BC , asked for hot soup while unwell . After taking the hot soup on a daily basis, his illness was cured. Cleopatra may have also enjoyed the similar soup. Egyptian Spinach, along with its numerous close cousins can be found all over Africa, India, and various other parts of Asia. It will grow in most subtropical and tropical areas throughout the world.
It is cultivated as an annual. It will grow to about a metre tall It produces tiny yellow flowers, has edible seed pods, and edible leaves that can be continuously harvested. It is extremely tough and can grow quickly. It is a cousin of okra , and it can thrive in the same conditions as the okra. It does not need shade.
large Egyptian spinach plant that is growing up the lattice of the green home
Are you interested in growing one? It is able to grow in all soil types and is not particular about pH, however of course prefers a fertile moist soil. Pots can also be used. Making the soil ready is normal. After that, plant the seeds directly where they will grow. Spring and autumn are the best times to plant. Egyptian spinach seeds sprout better if placed in hot water prior to planting for a minimum of few minutes. Isabel Shipard recommends soaking for at least 12 hours. When the plant grows to around 40cm high, you are able to start picking leaves. The seeds that develop on the plant, only to drop to the ground, will be dormant until the next year. Egyptian spinach is fairly pest and disease free. Caterpillars and grasshoppers will take advantage of the leaves and during summer, they may be affected by red spider mites, but overall , it’s not that problematic. BOGI Seeds is currently offering seeds.
The leaves are very high in protein, minerals and vitamins. The younger leaves can be used as a sandwich or salad, while older leaves can be dried or cooked. The leaves can be utilized in like spinach. In Egypt the leaves are utilized in a soup made of coriander, garlic and meat, in other areas it is made into a stew with rice, cassava, and chicken meat. There are many recipes available for this vegetable. The leaves can be dried before being powdered, and then used as tea. The tea can then be kept for later use in stews and soups, for additional flavor and to thicken the dish . It is available in Japan through health food stores as a nutritious and healthy tea. Young seed pods are utilized the same way as the okra.
Since the time of the Pharaohs, Egyptian spinach has been promoted as having health benefits. It is a tea that can improve your immune system and is believed to be helpful for treating constipation, cancer, anaemia, cystitis, diabetes, fatigue as well as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, menopausal symptoms, obesity, respiratory problems as well as water retention. Tea made from the leaves is said to aid in child birth and increase the amount of milk produced by mothers. It can also be used to treat eye irritation or rashes as well as cuts, bruises and cuts.
Due to their long, sturdy stalks The Corchorus genus has many members that are able to be used to create Jute. Over time, this jute was utilized to make a coarse yarn which was then transformed into rope and a coarse bagging fabric. It was best made using the largest and least branched stems. The stems were submerged in vegetable matter for several days, allowing the fibres to rot. After that, the fibres were easily removed, بذور الملوخية and later cleaned and dried. In certain regions, this fibre can also be used for paper. Corchorus Olitorius or Egyptian spinach is best used as a leaf vegetable , whereas some of its other relatives are ideal for jute production.