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Jew's Mallow (Corchorus olitorius) is a versatile plant found across a wide range of regions including Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, and many other countries from Africa to Asia. Jew's Mallow (Latin: Corchorus olitorius) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Jew's Mallow is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Jew's Mallow is a member native to AFG, AND, ANG, ASS, BAN, and BOT. Jew's Mallow thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Jew's Mallow grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun light, moist water, and annual, perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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