molokhia plant

Question

I am growing molokhia from seed, and the leaves are starting to show small holes (but no insects visible)

please advise

Answer 1

Avoid splashing water unto the leaves. You can spray the plants with Neem Oil.
Some pests are small and may not be able to be seen.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

http://nativeplants.hawaii.edu/plant/view/Portulaca_molokiniensis