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Corchorus Olitorius, Egyptian Spinach is a popular summer vegetable in our region. It is also known as Molokhia/Molokheiya, and many other names. It is believed that it has been discovered in Egypt prior to Christ, and has been an important staple food since the days of the Pharaohs. Molokheiya, which is an Egyptian term which translates to "vegetable for king" is the Egyptian name for the soup. Wikipedia claims that a sick Egyptian king around 6000BC requested hot soup and was cured by drinking hot soup regularly. Cleopatra is also believed to have drank the same soup. Egyptian Spinach, along with its close relatives can be found all over Africa, India, and several other parts of Asia. It can be found in all tropical and subtropical regions around the world.<br><br><br><br>It is possible to grow it in the form of an annual. It grows to approximately 1 metre tall, has small yellow flowers and produces edible seed pods. The edible leaves can also be harvested continuously. It is extremely durable and grows rapidly. Similar to Okra, many of its growing conditions apply, loves the heat, is tolerant of dry and wet conditions (not waterlogged) but is not a fan of shade.<br><br><br>Large Egyptian spinach plant growing in the green lattice of the house<br><br><br>Are you looking to plant some? It grows in any soil type and doesn't care about pH, but obviously prefers fertile moist soil. Pots are also an option. Make sure you prepare your soil in the usual manner, then plant the seeds directly in the area where they'll grow The best time to plant is between the months of spring and autumn. Egyptian spinach seeds develop faster if immersed in soapy, hot water before plant. Isabel Shipard suggests soaking for as long as 12 hours. Once the plant has grown to about 40cm in height, you can begin to harvest leaves. The seeds that mature on the plant, then fall to the ground, will not be able to germinate until the following year. Egyptian spinach is nearly non-infectious and free of pests. Caterpillars and grasshoppers can be sharing the leaves and during the hot summer they could be affected by red spider mites, but generally not an issue. Seeds are available now from BOGI seeds.<br><br><br><br>The leaf is rich in minerals, vitamins, and protein. Younger leaves can be eaten raw in salads, or on sandwiches, and older leaves can be dried or cooked. Utilize leaves the same way you would spinach. In Egypt the leaves are served in a soup made of garlic, coriander and meat. In other parts of the world it is made into a stew using rice, cassava and chicken meat. There are many [https://www.exeideas.com/?s=recipes recipes] for this plant. Leaves can be dried , then powdered, and then used as tea. The tea can then be to be used in future stews and soups, for additional flavor and [http://activearchives.org/mw/index.php?title=Grow_Your_Own_Alfalfa_Seeds افضل بذور برسيم] to thicken the dish . In Japan it is advertised in health food stores as a nutritious tea. You can make use of young seed pods the same way as Okra.<br><br><br><br>Since the time of the Pharaohs, Egyptian spinach has been widely praised as having health benefits. As a tea it will enhance your immune system. It is also said to help treat anaemia, cancer, constipation the cystitis, diabetes fatigue excessive blood pressure high cholesterol, menopausal symptoms, obesity, respiratory problems and water retention. Tea made from the leaves is believed to help during childbirth and boost the production of milk by mothers. It can also be used as for washing eyes or rashes, cuts, [https://mashhourseeds.com/ افضل بذور برسيم] and scratches.<br><br><br><br>Many species of the Corchorus genus are grown as a source of Jute due to their large, strong fibres that are found in their stalks. Jute was utilized over the years to make coarse yarn, which was then used to make rope as well as as a packing fabric. The tallest, unbranched stems are the most suitable for this. Stems would be soaked over several days in order that the vegetable matter would develop a rotting process and the fibres are easily removed then washed, dried, and then sorted to use. The fibre can also be utilized to create paper in some regions. Corchorus Olitorius or Egyptian spinach is best used as a leaf vegetable , whereas certain of its cousins are better used for jute production.