Okra, Abelmoschus esculentus, known in many English-speaking countries as ladies' fingers or ochro, is a flowering plant in the mallow family. It is valued for its edible green seed pods. The geographical origin of okra is disputed, with supporters of West African, Ethiopian, and South Asian origins.
 
Shelf Life: two to three days when kept properly in the fridge, whole okra will last two to three days. In the freezer, if properly packaged, whole okra will keep for at least two to three months without risk of freezer burn. However, in terms of food safety, frozen okra, properly stored, will last indefinitely.