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West African okra
Abelmoschus caillei

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A herb or small shrub. The leaves have lobes. The flowers are in the axils of leaves.


Where it is found

It is a subtropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Asia, India, Nigeria, Sikkim, West Africa


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves, fruit


How it is grown


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