Ladies Finger Plant
Ladies Finger (or Okra), is an herbaceous plant that typically grows to a height of 3-5 feet. It is hardy in USDA Zones 7-11 and has a moderate growth rate. The plant prefers well-drained, fertile soil and thrives in full sun. Ladies Finger requires moderate to high moisture and is edible, commonly used in various culinary dishes. It does not have notable medicinal properties.
Habit
Herbaceous
Height
1-1.5 meters
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, loamy soil
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate to high
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, subtropical
Temperature (°)
25-35
Humidity (%)
60-80
Potting media
Loamy, organic compost
Fertilizers
Nitrogen-rich
Watering
High
Plant Weight
500-1,000 grams
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.5-7.0
Soil EC
0.3-0.6 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
High
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
1-2 years
Health Benefits
Rich in fiber, antioxidants, aids digestion
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loamy soil, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Okra Wilt, Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus, Ants and Aphids, Damping-Off
White, powdery fungal growth on leaves and stems, Wilting and yellowing of leaves, stunted growth,Yellowing of veins and distorted leaves,Stunted growth, distorted leaves, honeydew excretion,Seedlings collapse and die at soil level
Use sulfur-based fungicides, Use systemic fungicides like thiophanate-methyl, There are no effective inorganic treatments; prevention is key, Use systemic insecticides like imidacloprid, Use fungicides like copper or metalaxyl