Corchorus olitorius
About
Jute mallow or Jew's mallow or Mallow leaves or Nalita jute is a species of shrub in the family Malvaceae. Together with C. capsularis it is the primary source of jute fiber. The leaves and young fruits are used as a vegetable, the dried leaves are used for tea and as a soup thickener, and the seeds are edible.
- Family
- Malvaceae
How to use it
Jute mallow is not only edible but also serves practical purposes in cooking. Its leaves can be used fresh in salads or cooked in various dishes, while the dried leaves make a nutritious tea or soup thickener. This plant is a great example of how one species can provide both sustenance and culinary versatility.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
In the kitchen
Jute mallow is a versatile ingredient in the kitchen! You can use its leaves and young fruits in salads, soups, or stir-fries. The dried leaves are great for making tea or thickening soups, adding a unique flavor and nutrition to your meals. Just remember, it's best enjoyed when fresh or dried, so get creative with your cooking!
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Corchorus olitorius
- Slug
- corchorus-olitorius
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Genus
- Corchorus
- Species
- olitorius
- Wikidata QID
- Q165343
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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