Malabar spinach (Basella rubra)

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Basella, also known as Malabar spinach, is a plant native to the Malabar Coast on the Indian Peninsula. Valued for its flavorful leaves, it is often used as an alternative to traditional spinach. Well-suited to warm and sunny climates, this climbing plant thrives in southern regions where it can grow year-round.

Its vigorous growth and tender leaves make it a perfect edible plant for summer, while its aesthetic appeal, with its stems gracefully climbing and twining, adds charm to any garden. Malabar spinach can be grown both in the ground and in pots, offering flexibility depending on available space.

Care and Growing Tips for Malabar Spinach

Malabar spinach is a tropical plant that thrives in warmth and sunlight. It is important to protect it from cold temperatures, especially in spring. Avoid placing the plants outside too early in the season, as cold weather can stunt growth or damage young shoots. Ensure they are planted in a warm, sunny spot for optimal growth.


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  • Plant type
    • Annual
  • Quantity
    • Envelope of about 20 seeds
  • Exposure
    • Full sun
  • Shape
    • Climbing
  • Soil
    • Rich
  • Watering
    • Regular
  • Sowing
    • Inside
  • Plantation
    • After the last frosts
  • Germination
    • 7 to 21 days
  • Plant spacing
    • 20 cm to 25 cm
  • Depth
    • 5 mm
  • Width
    • 30 cm
  • Height
    • 2 m
  • Color
  • Family
    • Basellaceae

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Plant type: Annual
Quantity: Envelope of about 20 seeds
Exposure: Full sun
Shape: Climbing
Soil: Rich
Watering: Regular
Sowing: Inside
Plantation: After the last frosts
Germination: 7 to 21 days
Plant spacing: 20 cm to 25 cm
Depth: 5 mm
Width: 30 cm
Height: 2 m
Color: Green
Family: Basellaceae