Jute: $5
(approx. 20 seeds)

Corchorus olitorius

These seeds are grown in our South Florida back yard, using no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. Our soil has been tested for toxins common to our area (lead and nickel) and it's safe. The seed packets are made from junk mail envelopes.

Please note:
I make no claims of medicinal properties of any plant, but merely pass along information originated by others that I judge to be accurate. Please be wise when eating any new plant: do not eat the same plant every day for lenghty periods of time, first test a small amount on yourself for allergic reactions, and do your research. Many herbs should not be taken while pregnant.

Jute is best known for its fibers used to make burlap and twine. The leaves are edible and medicinal. Dried leaves are added to soups. Cook the fresh leaves and tender shoots.

Jute grows well in the tropical climate and sandy soil. It likes a lot of water, and can even be grown in buckets of soil containing standing water.

Folk medicine uses: aches and pains, fever, tumors, dysentery, general tonic.