Description
Broadleaf Ugu Seedling  (Telfafia occidentalis) is also known as fluted gourd, fluted pumpkin, Ugu, Ikong-ubong. They belong to the Cucurbitaceae family and originated from West Africa. The Broad leaves Ugu seedling is a perennial climber and grown for its leaves and seeds. They are very nutritious and medicinal.
Features of Broad Leave Ugu Seedling

Produces dark green edible leaves.
It is a leafy vegetable that has edible seeds.
Broad-leaved Ugu is drought tolerant, dioecious and a perennial climber.
They develop tendrils that creep and spread on the ground surface.
Broad leaves Ugu seedling grow best on Sandy-loamy soils and more appropriately on beds supplied with organic or inorganic fertilizer.
The Broad leaves Ugu is a culinary used for making soups, stews, Vegetables, Sauces and even used medicinally.
They germinate 10 days after planting and can start to be consumed at 4 weeks.
The leaves of Ugu is highly rich in Iron. They reduce blood sugar levels in the body.
Ugu is Rich in oil which are recommended antioxidants.
The leaves of Ugu can be blended and used as blood tonic because of their high protein content.
The shoot and leaves of the Broad leaves Ugu can be consumed as Vegetables, used to make soups.
Ugu may be used to treat attacks of convulsion, malaria and anaemia.

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