What is an Okra?
These fuzzy green veggies are the immature seed pods of the Abelmoschus esculentus, or okra plant. They also go by the names “gumbo” and “lady’s fingers,” depending on where you are.
Okra grows best in hot, humid climates, with India being the leading okra producer. While we might know this plant as a vegetable for culinary purposes, botanically it’s a fruit, as it’s the seed-bearing part of the plant.
Where Can I Buy Okra In South Africa?
Farmers Market
Address: Forest Rd &, Sunset Ave, Lone Hill, Sandton, 2194, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6:30 pm
Phone: +27 73 462 4859
Checkers Hyper Mall Of Africa
Address: Shop 1065, Mall of Africa,Lone Creek &, Magwa Cres, Waterfall City, Midrand, 1682, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 8 pm
Phone: +27 12 649 0347
Food Lover’s Market Chilli On Top
Address: Chilli on Top Cnr Rivonia &, Leeuwkop Rd, Sunninghill, Johannesburg, 2191, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 7 pm
Phone: +27 11 234 3366
Pick n Pay Hyper Norwood
Address: 6th Ave, Grant Ave, Johannesburg, 2192, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 6 pm
Phone: +27 11 628 0000
Can you find okra in South Africa?
It is a traditional crop in South Africa, which requires relatively low agronomic inputs, but can contribute substantially to sustainable agricultural production and productivity. It is also grown in warmer temperate regions of the Mediterranean region.
Is okra in demand in South Africa?
Okra, one of her main crops, is an indigenous and nutritious African food with many health benefits, according to Mhlongo. As a result, demand for this vegetable increased noticeably during the COVID-19 pandemic. “In South Africa, we grow Hibiscus esculentus, which some call the Clemson Spineless cultivar.2