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Egyptian Spinach (Corchorus olitorius) – 200 Seeds

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Egyptian spinach / molokhia growing facts

Botanical name	Corchorus olitorius
Plant type	Warm-season annual
When to sow	2–3 weeks after last frost when soil is 70°F+
Sowing depth	1/8–1/4 inch
Spacing	8–12 inches apart
Germination	5–14 days; soak seed in hot water to speed it
Sun	Full sun
Days to harvest	About 45–60 days for leaves
Seeds per pack	200
Shipping	Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days

Egyptian spinach seeds (Corchorus olitorius) produce a popular leafy green also known as Molokhia, Jute Mallow, Ewedu, Koshta, Bush Okra, and Saluyot. This fast-growing plant thrives in warm climates and is easy to cultivate in gardens or containers. Its tender leaves are widely used in soups, stews, and salads, offering a mild flavor and a slightly mucilaginous texture, much like okra. Egyptian spinach is a resilient and high-yielding crop with a rich history in Middle Eastern, African, and Asian cuisine.

It loves heat: sow 2 weeks after last frost once the soil is warm, 1/8–1/4 inch deep in full sun, and thin to 8–12 inches. Soaking the hard seed overnight in hot (not boiling) water helps it sprout. Pick young shoot tips and leaves regularly to encourage branching and a steady harvest. 200 seeds per pack.