• "Bhindi AA" refers to the highly popular Arka Anamika variety of okra (lady's finger), renowned for its tolerance to the Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus. It produces vigorous, tall plants that yield tender, shiny green pods in just 45 to 50 days.

Key Details & Characteristics

• Variety Origin: Developed by the Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) in Bengaluru.
• Pod Features: Produces dark green, smooth, 5-ridged, and tender edible pods that grow to about 10 cm to 15 cm in length.
• Disease Resistance: Famous for its high field resistance to the Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus (YVMV), which often plagues okra crops.
• Cultivation: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with abundant sunlight (a pH between 6.0 and 6.8). Seeds usually require sowing in warm climates.