Spanish Name
Espinaca Okinawa
Scientific Name
Gynura crepioides
Category
Leafy greens & herbs
Perennial/Annual
Perennial
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Edible parts
Leaves
Recipes
Growth Type
GroundcoverLeafy green
Usage
CulinaryOrnamentalBiomass
Life Cycle
Placenta 1
Origin
Sout East Asia
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
Young leaves and shoots (cooked or raw) for salads, stir-fries, steamed or added to soups and omletes
Nutritional Info
Rich in protein, fiber, calcium, iron, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C, and antioxidants
Medicinal Uses
Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Traditionally used in Asia for lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Supports digestion and general vitality.
Planting Distance
Most commonly vegetatively propagated (via stem cuttings or layering) rather than grown from seed. Space 45–60 cm (18-24 inches) between plants.
Harvest Time
50–70 days from planting, overall harvest window spans from 30 to 365 days, implying continuous or repeated harvests once mature
