BRAZILIAN SISSOO SPINACH
Botanical Name: Alternanthera sissoo
Description
Other Names: Poor Mans Spinach, Samba Lettuce, Sissoo Spinach #AM
A low growing perennial leaf vegetable, which forms a neat mound to 30 cm high, rather than spreading in a mat. This growth habit makes it a handy plant for edging paths, especially in partial shade as it is quite shade-tolerant. It is suitable for subtropical and tropical areas only; it is unlikely to do well further south than Sydney. It will tolerate most soils although it prefers a moderate to rich loam, it dislikes water logging. Plant in full sun to medium shade. Use it steamed or stir-fried rather than in salads.
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Plant Information or Specifications
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Ground Cover (#GroundCover), Perennial Leafy Greens (#PerennialLeafyGreens)
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Preferred Climate
Tropical, Subtropical
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Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions)
0-1m
Plants required to Pollinate
1 (Self Pollinating)
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Can it Handle Frosts?
Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter?
All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas
WA
Water Requirements
Moderate Watering
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest
First Year
Sun or Shade
Full (Sun:80%-100%), Part (Sun:50-80%)
Preferred Soil Type
Good Drainage
Soil pH
Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
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