Molokhia Seeds, Giant of Bertoua

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Description

(Moloukiyah) Molokhia, once known as Jew’s Mallow or Jute Mallow, is a widely cultivated, delicious green grown throughout the Middle East and Africa. Most forms grown are relatively modest in size, getting to about 3 feet in height. Not this variety! The Giant of Bertoua comes from Bertoua, Cameroon. It is a well-known cultivar with long, large leaves, and the plants can easily reach 10 feet in height. The big, tender leaves can be eaten fresh, in a myriad of cooked dishes; dried leaves are also readily transformed into soups and side dishes. A delicious, extremely nutritious green that has a reputation for helping digestion because of its viscous character. 

  • Sprouts: 14 - 21 days
  • Ideal Temp: 60
  • Seed Depth: 1/4 inch
  • Plant Spacing: 12 - 24"
  • Frost Hardy: No
  • Full Sun
  • Corchorus olitorius

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

 Cold-stratify 4-6 weeks, grow indoors, and set transplants out after frost. Or direct seed in late winter, very early spring. 

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