The difference between Datura and Okra

The difference between Datura and Okra ~ Leaves

Datura leaves

Datura is an annual herb whose leaves are alternate, with the upper parts being opposite.

The leaves are generally ovate or broadly ovate, with the apex gradually becoming pointed and the base being asymmetrically wedge-shaped with irregular, wavy shallow cracks distributed on it. Its petiole is about 5 cm long.

Okra leaves

Okra leaves are alternate, covered with coarse hairs on both sides and have palm-shaped fissures.

The leaves in the lower part of the plant are round and wide, and gradually become thin and narrow towards the upper half of the plant.

Okra also has round-leaf varieties, which have round and wide leaves, long petioles, and are hollow. The back of the leaves are covered with small white, transparent particles.

The difference between Datura and Okra ~ Flowers

Mandala flower

The flowers of Datura are solitary, growing between branch forks or in leaf axils, and are upright with short stalks.

Its corolla is funnel-shaped, with green in the lower half and white or lavender in the upper half.

The stamens are shorter than the corolla, and the filaments are about 3 cm long. The overall flower is purple, blue, etc., and its flowering period is between June and October each year.

Okra flower

The flowers of okra grow in the axils of the main plant, starting from the axils of the flower, and then one flower grows on each node.

The petals are yellow, with 5 petals in a flower. The flowering period is very short, only a few hours, and it will bloom and wither on the same day.

After the flowers fade, fruits will be produced.

Okay, I will help you distinguish them based on the appearance of their leaves and flowers. In fact, you can tell which is which just by looking at the leaves or flowers. I hope you can distinguish them by the flowers and leaves next time you see them!