Okra also known as ladyfinger and gumbo, is a flowering plant in the mallow family (along with such species as cotton, cocoa, and hibiscus), valued for its edible green fruits. Okra's scientific name is Abelmoschus esculentus; it is occasionally referred to by the synonym, Hibiscus esculentus L.
This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 15 April, 2009.