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…
Botanical Name: “Talinum triangulare” and sometimes referred to as “Talinum fruticosum”. Waterleaf is a vegetable crop that is found in Nigeria. Its among the common vegetable used for food in the country It is called Akwukwo mmiri in Igbo, Gbure in Yoruba, Alenyruwai in Hausa, This leaf is also grown in other African countries, Asia,…
Piper guineense, the botanical name for Uziza, is well-known for its leaves and fruits. However, it is commonly linked to its fruits (seeds). The fruits are used as a spice, and the leaves are used as vegetables in different recipes. In Nigeria and throughout West Africa, it is one of the most highly valued spices….
Bitter leaf (Vernonia amygdalina) is a shrub that belongs to the daisy family. The plant is predominantly found in several countries in Africa. it’s grown for food and has cultural and medicinal value in many African communities. Description The leaves are dark green in colour, The taste of the leaf is bitter, thus the name…
We are very conversant with cassava tuber, Various cassava products are present in our homes. But have you considered cassava leaves being of any importance? In this article we’ll take a close look at cassava leaves. Cassava is grown for its root tuber which is processed into various food products, Such as Garri, Fufu, Cassava…
Scent leaf (Ocimum gratissimum) referred to as Clove basil or African basil. Is a culinary herb from the family of Lamiaceae, the same family as mint leaves and basil. It is common in tropical regions, with the greatest diversity of species found in Africa and Asia. The leaf is one of the common leaves used…
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…
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…