Molokhia Seeds - Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Molokhia is a warm-season leafy plant that grows as a fast-growing annual with upright, branching stems. It thrives in hot climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. The plant establishes quickly under warm temperatures and produces continuous leaf growth with regular harvesting. It is suitable for garden beds and open planting areas where consistent warmth and moderate moisture support steady development.

Features

• Fast-growing leafy plant with upright growth
• Suitable for hot and sunny climates
• Produces continuous foliage with regular harvesting
• Adapts well to garden beds and open spaces
• Performs best in well-drained, fertile soil

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Corchorus olitorius
• Common Name (US): Molokhia
• Seed Type / Variety: Leafy vegetable seed
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching annual
• USDA Zones: 9 to 11
• Planting Season: Spring to summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season:
  • Tropical regions: March to August
  • Subtropical regions: April to July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 5 to 10 days in warm temperatures (20–30°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 1 to 2 meters height, 0.5 to 1 meter spread
• Plant Spacing: 20 to 30 cm apart