Below is a list of all known varieties for Okra. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cajun Delight Okra | A high-yielding, early-maturing hybrid okra known for its uniform, dark green, tender pods. |
| Clemson Spineless Okra | The most popular standard variety, known for its deep green, ridged pods that lack the irritating spines of older varieties. |
| Cow Horn Okra | An heirloom variety known for producing exceptionally long, slender, curved pods that can reach over a foot in length. |
| Emerald Okra | A commercial variety known for its smooth, bright green pods and high productivity, often used for freezing and canning. |
| Frisée (Endive) | A variety with finely cut, curly, pale green leaves, often used in gourmet salads for its texture and mild bitterness. |
| Louisiana Green Velvet Okra | A variety known for its smooth, round pods that are tender and fiber-free, even when large. |
| Mustard Seed (Toasted Whole) | Yellow, brown, or black mustard seeds that have been lightly dry-toasted. This process mellows the sharp pungency and enhances the nutty, savory aroma. |
| Okra Flowers | The large, edible yellow or white flowers of the okra plant; used raw in salads or cooked. |
| Okra Leaves | The tender young leaves of the okra plant; used as a cooking green, similar to spinach or collards, in African and Southeast Asian cuisine. |
| Okra Pods (Sliced) | A culinary preparation where fresh okra pods are sliced horizontally, exposing the seeds and mucilage. |
| Oriental Mustard Seed (Brown/Black) | A generic term for the highly pungent, small, dark mustard seeds. Used whole in pickling, tempering, and grinding for strong mustards. |
| Pickled Okra | Okra pods preserved in a briny vinegar solution; prized for its crisp texture and tangy flavor. |
| Red Burgundy Okra | An ornamental and culinary cultivar with striking red pods and stems; remains tender when young and retains its red color when cooked with acid. |
| Star of David Okra | A highly prized heirloom variety that produces short, thick, star-shaped pods; known for its robust, classic okra flavor. |
| Torpedini Onion | A small, elongated, reddish-purple onion cultivar from Calabria, Italy, known for its sweet, mild flavor. |