Effects of Green Manures on Growth, Yield and Quality of Green Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) Har Lium Cultivar

Chutichudet, Benjawan; Chutichudet, Prasit; Kaewsit, S

doi:10.3923/pjbs.2007.1028.1035

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“…Okra is a member of the family Malvaceae and represents a significant vegetable plant in Africa and Asia (Kumar et al, 2010). It is developed economically in numerous nations, including 'India, Nigeria, Sudan, Pakistan, Ghana, Egypt, Benin, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, and Cameroon' (Benjawan, Chutichudet, & Kaewsit, 2007). Hassawi okra is a significant vegetable harvest in the Al Ahasa zone in the eastern district of Saudi Arabia (Azooz, Youssef, & AL-Omair, 2011;Youssef & Azooz, 2013).…”

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X-ray irradiation changes germination and biochemical analysis of two genotypes of okra (Hibiscus esculentus L.)

Rezk

Al-Khayri

Al-Bahrany

et al. 2019

Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences

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The objective of this research was to examine the response of different X-ray doses to two okra genotypes, Hassawi okra and the commercial Clemenson genotype on germination and biochemical analysis. The two genotypes of the okra were subjected to various X-ray doses (0-100 Gy). The findings have been shown that the low doses of X-ray up to 5 Gy caused a significant increase in all morphological criteria, total pigment, enzymatic (ascorbic acid, glutathione, and anthocyanin) and nonenzymatic antioxidants (ascorbate peroxidase, catalase, and superoxide dismutase) in the two okra genotypes as compared with untreated plants. On the other side, the high doses of X-ray above 5 Gy considerably decreased all the above parameters and significantly increased lipid peroxidation and oxidative damage (hydrogen peroxide and superoxide anion) in the two okra genotypes as compared with untreated plants. In conclusion, the low doses of X-ray caused stimulation effect and may be used to improve plant growth and alleviate the stress effects. Okra Hassawi genotype is more sensitive to X-ray than the other genotype.

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X-ray irradiation changes germination and biochemical analysis of two genotypes of okra (Hibiscus esculentus L.)

Rezk

Al-Khayri

Al-Bahrany

et al. 2019

Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences

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“…In its origin of Ethiopia it is also called Kenkase (Berta), Andeha (Gumuz), Bamia (Oromica/Amharic). The name Okra probabily derives from one of Niger-Congo group of languages (the name for okra in the Twi language is nkuruma) (Benjawan et al, 2007). The term okra was in the use of English by the late 18th century (Arapitsas, 2008).…”

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Nutritional Quality and Health Benefits of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus): A Review

Gemede¹,

Ratta²,

Haki³

et al. 2015

J Food Process Technol

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Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is an economically important vegetable crop grown in tropical and sub-tropical parts of the world. This paper was aimed to review nutritional quality and potential health benefits of edible parts of Okra. Okra is a multipurpose crop due to its various uses of the fresh leaves, buds, flowers, pods, stems and seeds. Okra immature fruits, which are consumed as vegetables, can be used in salads, soups and stews, fresh or dried, fried or boiled. It offers mucilaginous consistency after cooking. Often the extract obtained from the fruit is added to different recipes like stews and sauces to increase the consistency. Okra mucilage has medicinal applications when used as a plasma replacement or blood volume expander. The mucilage of okra binds cholesterol and bile acid carrying toxins dumped into it by the liver. Okra seeds are a potential source of oil, with concentrations varying from 20% to 40%, which consists of linoleic acid up to 47.4%. Okra seed oil is also a rich source of linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid essential for human nutrition. Okra has been called "a perfect villager's vegetable" because of its robust nature, dietary fiber, and distinct seed protein balance of both lysine and tryptophan amino acids. The amino acid composition of okra seed protein is comparable to that of soybean and the protein efficiency ratio is higher than that of soybean and the amino acid pattern of the protein renders it an adequate supplement to legume or cereal based diets. Okra seed is known to be rich in high quality protein especially with regards to its content of essential amino acids relative to other plant protein sources. Okra is a powerhouse of valuable nutrients, nearly half of which is soluble fibre in the form of gums and pectins which help to lower serum cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart diseases. The other fraction of Okra is insoluble fibre, which helps to keep the intestinal tract healthy. Okra is also abundant with several carbohydrates, minerals and vitamins, which plays a vital role in human diet and health. Okra is rich in phenolic compounds with important biological properties like quartering and flavonol derivatives, catechin oligomers and hydroxycinnamic derivatives. Okra is also known for being high in antioxidants activity. Okra has several potential health beneficial effects on some of the important human diseases like cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, digestive diseases and some cancers. Overall, Okra is an important vegetable crop with a diverse array of nutritional quality and potential health benefits.

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“…The name Okra probably derives from one of Niger‐Congo group of languages (the name for okra in the Twi language is nkuruma) (Benjawan et al. ). The term okra was in the use of English by the late 18th century (Arapitsas ).…”

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Proximate, mineral, and antinutrient compositions of indigenous Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) pod accessions: implications for mineral bioavailability

Gemede

Haki

Beyene

et al. 2015

Food Science & Nutrition

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The promotion and consumption of indigenous vegetables could help to mitigate food insecurity and alleviate malnutrition in developing countries. Nutrient and antinutrient compositions of eight accessions of Okra Pods were investigated. Molar ratios and mineral bioavailability of Okra pod accessions were also calculated and compared to the critical values to predict the implications for mineral bioavailability. Proximate and mineral composition of Okra pod accessions were determined using standard methods of Association of Official Analytical Chemists. The result of the study revealed that the proximate composition (g/100 g) in dry weight basis was significantly (P < 0.05) varied and ranged: moisture/dry matter 9.69–13.33, crude protein 10.25–26.16, crude fat 0.56–2.49, crude fiber 11.97–29.93, crude ash 5.37–11.30, utilizable carbohydrate 36.66–50.97, and gross energy 197.26–245.55 kcal/100 g. The mineral concentrations (mg/100 g) were also significantly (P < 0.05) varied and ranged: calcium (111.11–311.95), Iron (18.30–36.68), potassium (122.59–318.20), zinc (3.83–6.31), phosphorus (25.62–59.72), and sodium (3.33–8.31) on dry weight bases. The Okra Pods of “OPA#6” accession contained significantly higher amounts of crude protein, total ash, crude fat, calcium, iron, and zinc than all other accessions evaluated in this study. The results of antinutrients analysis showed that, except phytate, tannin, and oxalate contents of all the accessions were significantly (P < 0.05) varied. The range of phytate, tannin, and oxalate contents (mg/100 g) for Okra pod accessions studied were as follows: 0.83–0.87, 4.93–9.90, and 0.04–0.53, respectively. The calculated molar ratios of phytate: calcium, phytate: iron, phytate: zinc, oxalate: calcium and [Phytate][Calcium]/[Zinc] were below the critical value and this indicate that the bioavailability of calcium, iron, and zinc in these accessions could be high. The results of the study revealed that Okra pod contain appreciable amount of vital nutrients like protein, fiber, calcium, iron, and zinc and low in antinutrient contents with high mineral bioavailability. Therefore, increase in the production and consumption of these nutrient‐rich indigenous Okra pods will help to supplement/formulate the diets and alleviate the problems associated with malnutrition in the country.

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Effects of Green Manures on Growth, Yield and Quality of Green Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) Har Lium Cultivar

Cited by 17 publications

References 7 publications

X-ray irradiation changes germination and biochemical analysis of two genotypes of okra (Hibiscus esculentus L.)

X-ray irradiation changes germination and biochemical analysis of two genotypes of okra (Hibiscus esculentus L.)

Nutritional Quality and Health Benefits of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus): A Review

Proximate, mineral, and antinutrient compositions of indigenous Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) pod accessions: implications for mineral bioavailability

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