Molokhia

English Name Molokhia Scientific Name Corchorus olitorius
Total Ash Percentage 12–18% Economic Part leaves
Harvest Time Harvesting begins after 40–50 days Planting Time March to September
Active Ingredient

Mucilages; Phenolics and Flavonoids; Cardioactive Glycosides

Botanical Description

Lanceolate, toothed leaves; characterized by the presence of two small glands at the base