Description
Corchorus capsularis (also known as patsun), commonly known as white jute, is a shrub species in the family Malvaceae. It is one of the sources of jute fibre, considered to be of finer quality than fibre from Corchorus olitorius, the main source of jute. The leaves are used as a foodstuff and the leaves, unripe fruit and the roots are used in traditional medicine.
Germination Guide
🌍 Indo-Burman region, southern China, South Asia, Southeast Asia
Easy
Corchorus capsularis, commonly known as white jute, is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Indo-Burman region. It is one of two primary species used for jute fiber production. Mature seeds have no dormancy, making germination relatively straightforward with proper warm, moist conditions.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
7 – 14 days
Temperature
Min 25°C
Ideal 27°C
Max 30°C
Substrate moisture
💧💧 High
Sowing depth
Lightly covered
Seed Pre-treatment
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Soaking — 24 hours
Soaking seeds in water for 24 hours enhances germination
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Hot water scarification
Pre-soaking in hot water around 93°C for 10 seconds, or similar hot water treatments, can improve germination in cultivated varieties
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Additional notes
Mature cultivated jute seeds have no dormancy; however, pre-soaking is recommended for improved germination
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
well-draining potting mix
Recommended container
seed tray or pots
Growing Tips
Sow seeds about 1 inch apart; keep soil moist and provide warm, sunny location; radicle emerges within 24 hours in warm, moist soil; plumule surfaces within 5-7 days; initial growth is slow
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