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Egyptian Spinach, Corchorus olitorius, is growing in popularity as a summer crop in our part of the world. It goes under many names Molokhia/Molokheiya (and many other methods of spelling it), salad mallow, Jew's mallow mallow and West African sorrel to name but some. It is thought to have been a staple food in Egypt prior to the time of Christ and was a common food in Egypt from the time of the Pharaohs. It is believed that the Egyptian name molokheiya refers to a vegetable for the king' according to Wikipedia a sick Egyptian King, in the year 6000BC , asked for hot soup because he was unwell and after taking the hot soup on a daily basis, the illness was treated. Cleopatra is also believed to have taken the same soup. Egyptian Spinach as well as its numerous close relations grow throughout Africa in the Middle East, India and numerous parts of Asia. It can be located in all tropical and subtropical regions around the world.<br><br><br><br>It is cultivated as an annual. It grows to approximately a metre in height, produces small yellow flowers and produces edible seed pods. The edible leaves can be harvested throughout the year. It is very hardy and grows rapidly. Similar to Okra, many of its cultivars, it enjoys the heat and is able to handle dry and moist conditions (not waterlogged) but is not a fan of shade.<br><br><br>large Egyptian spinach plant growing up the lattice of the green house<br><br><br>Are you interested in growing one? It can thrive in any type of soil and is not concerned about pH. However, it prefers soil that is fertile and well-drained. Pots are also possible. Prepare your soil in your normal manner and then place the seed in the exact spot where they will grow, the best planting time is between the seasons of spring and fall. Egyptian spinach seeds can germinate faster if they are immersed in soapy, hot water prior to plant. Isabel Shipard suggests soaking for up to 12 hours. When the plant is about 40cm high, you are able to begin picking leaves. The seeds that grow on the plant, only to go to the ground and [http://www.xinyubi.com/index.php/Another_Great_Spinach_For_Our_Summers_The_Egyptian_Spinach_Egyptian_Spinach بذور برسيم مصري] will be dormant until the next year. Egyptian spinach is virtually non-infectious and free of pests. Caterpillars and grasshoppers can take advantage of the leaves and during summer they can be affected by red spider mites however generally, they are not a problem. BOGI Seeds is currently offering seeds.<br><br><br><br>The leaf is rich in vitamins, minerals, and protein. The younger leaves are great in sandwiches or salads and the older leaves can be cooked or dried. You can use leaves like spinach. In Egypt the leaves are utilized in a [https://www.travelwitheaseblog.com/?s=traditional%20soup traditional soup] that includes coriander, garlic and meat, in other places it is cooked into a stew made with rice, cassava, and even chicken meat. This vegetable can be utilized in a variety of ways. The leaves can be dried and then ground into a tea. When the tea has been prepared, you can put them in a container so that you can make stews and soups in the future. In Japan it is promoted through health food stores as a health tea. Young seed pods are utilized the same way as Okra.<br><br><br><br>The health advantages of Egyptian spinach have been promoted since the time of Pharaohs. It is a tea that can improve the immune system. Tea made from leaves can help during pregnancy and help increase mother's milk production. Also, [https://mashhourseeds.com/ بذور برسيم مصري] it can be used as a wash for sore eyes or rashes, cuts, and scrapes.<br><br><br><br>Many of the species in the genus Corchorus are used to produce jute as they have long, strong fibres in their stalks. Jute was utilized over the years to make coarse yarn that could later be used as a rope and as a material for sacking. The tallest, most unbranched, stems are the most suitable to use for this. The stems were submerged in vegetable matter for a few days to allow the fibers to turn brown. The fibres were easily removed and cleaned and dried. The fibre is also utilized to create paper in some regions. Corchorus Olitorius, also known as Egyptian spinach is most effective as a leaf vegetable while certain of its cousins are more suitable to make jute.