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Pawpaw (Carica papaya) from the caricaceae family is a tropical plant and a very popular fruit in Nigeria. Its loved for its sweet taste and the nutritional benefits Pawpaw is one plant you’ll love to have in your home garden, And if growing it on a commercial scale it’s also very profitable. This plant can…
Cucumber also known as Cucumis Sativus is a vegetable known for its numerous nutrients and is commonly planted in Nigeria. Have you ever wondered how interesting it would be to grow cucumber in your garden, And have fresh grown cucumbers, try out delicious recipes for salads, vegetable juice and enjoy the natural taste of this…
Bitter leaf plants with botanical name Vernonia amygdalina is a shrub belonging to the daisy family. It is a vegetable plant cultivated for the leaves. The leaves are used for food and medicinal purposes. One to two plants of bitter leaf is sufficient for a family depending on the usage and family size. Bitter leaf…
Scent leaf (Ocimum gratissimum) is in the family of Lamiaceae. In Nigeria its called Nchanwu in Igbo, Efinrin in Yoruba, and Daidoya in Hausa. Description of the Scent Leaf Plant Scent leave is a perennial crop, It has an upright woody stem that can grow up to a height of about 2 m (6 ft) high. The…
Yam (Dioscorea rotundata) and (Dioscorea cayennensis) are monocots. They are starchy vegetables that grow underground. Would you love to grow yam in your farm or garden? This article is bent on educating you on how to plant yam. Description of Yam Plant Yam plant is an annual crop with climbing vine, With long and slender…
Oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) is a tree grown mostly for both palm oil and kernel oil which is found useful in several industries and for home use as well. Description of Oil Palm Tree The oil palm has a single stem that grows upright to a height about 20 m (65.6 ft) or more. The…
Cassava (Manihot Esculenta) has been a source of income and food for a lot in Nigeria, Nigeria is the largest producer of cassava in the world. The tuber is a starchy tuber crop that can be used to produce food like garri, fufu, cassava flask and a whole lot of other produce. Do you desire…
Sweet potato also called Ipomoea batatas is a dicotyledonous plant that belongs to the Morning glory family. It is a very rich source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. They serve as food for man and are easily accessible. Do you intend to plant sweet potatoes anytime soon, here is an article that can see you…
Green amaranth is one of the vegetables used for cooking in Nigeria They are used in soup, sauce and stew. In Nigeria the common specie is Amaranthus Hybridus with is readily available in the market, Other species in the country are Amaranthus Viridis, Amaranthus spinosus; they are all referred to as green amaranth. Description of…
Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) from the Malvaceae family is a vegetable that’s loved by many, And is an ingredient in some soup and sauce recipes. Description Of The Okra Plant The okra can grow up to 120 cm (3.9 ft) in height depending on the variety. Okra Leaves are green, heart-shaped and lobed usually between three…