September 11, 2014 A Better Sign Red Velvet okra. A beauty, even without color. Okra – Red Velvet, this variety in particular – is an impressive 5′ tall architectural plant in the edible landscape. See the obvious indication that okra is a member of the Hibiscus family? (Hibiscus esculentus) Share this: Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Like Loading... Related