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Okra, Okroes, Bhindi, Lady's Fingers, Gumbo:(Hibiscus esculentus)

The Okra belongs to the hibiscus family. There are several varieties, ranging from those that are stubby and covered with hairy spines, to the 6 inch ‘Lady Finger’ species which is the main one cultivated. The Okra pods constitute a pleasant-tasting vegetable which can be boiled and seasoned with butter and pepper, or chopped for use in stews and soups. It is one of the main ingredients in the Jamaican Pepperpot soup and is an excellent source of calcium and vitamin A.