BroadLeaf Ugu Seedling (Ugwu)

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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