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…
Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) is one of the many vegetables used for cooking in Nigeria. It’s an easy to grow crop, And does not need so much attention especially when growing it for home use. It can thrive on various kind of soil, Once planted in a place subsequently, especially during the rainy season it grows…