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Scientific Name: Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench
Family: Malvaceae

Heat Tolerance: Very resistant

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Tropical Asia

Growth Habits: Evergreen annual or shrub, up to 6 feet tall (1.8 m.), palmate leaves

Flowers: Light yellow flowers, up to 1.2 inches wide (3 cm.), in early summer

Watering Needs: Moderate water

Propagation: Seeds


Propagation:
Sow when the soil has warmed up. Soak the seeds overnight.


 

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