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meloukhia

Corchorus olitorius

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (France, Sweden), North America (Cuba), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (نباتات)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (كاسيات البذور)

Class

Magnoliopsida (ماغنولانية)

Species

Corchorus olitorius (meloukhia)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish yute

French corète potagère

German Langkapseljute

Portuguese juta

Arabic meloukhia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of meloukhia?

The scientific name of meloukhia is Corchorus olitorius. It belongs to the genus Corchorus.

Where does meloukhia live?

meloukhia is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (France, Sweden), North America (Cuba), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Marshall Islands), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Burundi, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Cuba, Cyprus, Fiji, France, Guinea.

What family does meloukhia belong to?

meloukhia (Corchorus olitorius) belongs to the genus Corchorus, which is part of the taxonomic family Malvaceae.

What kingdom does meloukhia belong to?

meloukhia (Corchorus olitorius) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).

What are the closest relatives of meloukhia?

The closest relatives of meloukhia in the genus Corchorus include jute, Jute, Jackswitch.