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Egyptian Spinach, Corchorus olitorius, is growing in popularity as a summer vegetable in our part of the world. It is also known as Molokhia/Molokheiya as well as many other names. It is believed that it has been first discovered in Egypt prior to Christ and has been an essential food item since the times of the Pharaohs. Molokheiya is an Egyptian term that means "vegetable for kings", is the Egyptian term used to describe the soup. Wikipedia claims that a sick Egyptian King around 6000BC demanded hot soup. He was then healed by drinking hot soup every day. Cleopatra might have also enjoyed the same soup. Egyptian Spinach as well as its numerous close connections grow across Africa, the Middle East, India and several parts of Asia. It is a common plant in tropical and sub tropical regions across the globe.

It is grown in the form of an annual. It can grow to about 1 metre tall, produces small yellow flowers and produces edible seeds that are shaped like pods. The edible leaves can be harvested on a regular basis. It is extremely hardy and fast growing. Being a relative of Okra, many of the same growing conditions apply, loves the heat, and can withstand dry and wet conditions (not wet) but is not a fan of shade.

Large Egyptian spinach plant that is growing in green house lattice

Do you want to grow some? It is able to grow in any soil type and isn't particular about pH. However, it always prefers a rich moist soil. It is also able to thrive in pots. It is easy to prepare the soil as normal. Then, you can plant the seeds right into the soil where they will thrive. Autumn and spring are the best seasons to plant. Egyptian spinach seeds will develop faster if bathed in soapy hot water before planting. Isabel Shipard suggests soaking for up to 12 hours. Pick leaves as soon as the plant is about 40 centimeters high. The seeds that mature on the plant, and then go to the ground and will rest in dormancy until next year. Egyptian spinach is fairly pest and disease free. The grasshoppers and caterpillars share the leaves with you and during the hot summer, they may be affected by red spider mites but generally not an issue. Seeds are currently available from BOGI seeds.

The leaves are high in vitamin and بذور جرجير (https://taupi.org) mineral content. The younger leaves can be consumed raw in salads or sandwiches and the older leaves cooked or dried. Use leaves as you would spinach. The leaves can be utilized in Egypt in a soup that is traditional made with coriander, garlic, and meat. In other regions it is made into a stew using rice, cassava, and chicken meat. This vegetable can be utilized in a variety of ways. The leaves can be dried before being powdered and made into tea. They can also be to be used in future soups and stews for added flavor and also as a thickener . It is sold in Japan through health food stores as a nutritious and healthy tea. You can make use of young seed pods the same way as the okra.

The advantages of Egyptian spinach have been marketed since the time of the Pharaohs. As a tea it will enhance your immune system. It is believed to be beneficial in treating anaemia, cancer, constipation, cystitis, diabetes, fatigue, high blood pressure, menopausal symptoms, high cholesterol overweight, respiratory disorders and water retention. Tea made from leaves is believed to aid during the birth of a child and boost milk production for mothers. It can also be used as to wash eyes that are irritated cut, rashes, cuts and scratches.

Due to the length of their stalks, which are strong and long, بذور جرجير many Corchorus genus members can be grown for jute. In the past, the jute was used for making a coarse, slack yarn that was later made into ropes and a fine bagging fabric. The most tall, unbranched stems were ideal to use for this. Stems would be soaked for several days so the vegetable matter would decay and the fibres would be easily removed then washed, dried, and sorted for use. This fiber is also utilized to create paper in some regions. Corchorus Olitorius is also known as Egyptian spinach, is the best used to make jute. However it is also possible that some of its cousins can also be used for other reasons.