Sambung Nyawa – Plant of Longevity
Other Names
Sambung Nyawa, Diabetes Plant, Plant of Longevity, Insulin Plant, Moluccan Spinach
Description
Sambung Nyawa is a fast-growing perennial leafy green that can grow up to 1 metre high.
It is a hardy and productive plant that works well as a living groundcover or green mulch, helping to suppress weeds and protect soil in gardens and food forests.
This plant grows quickly and is easy to maintain, making it a great addition to edible gardens, permaculture systems, and subtropical food forests.
Uses
The leaves are edible and can be used:
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Raw in salads
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Blended into smoothies
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Cooked in stir-fries
A versatile leafy green that can be harvested regularly as the plant grows.
Care:
Thrives in warm, wet conditions is best suited to subtropical and tropical areas
Can be frost sensitive
Plant in full sun or partial shade.
Can be grown from stem cutting
Like rich well-drained soil
Evergreen
Plant Sizes: 20 cm cutting
Shipping
All items are posted on a Monday Express post, with Australia Post. If Monday is a public holiday they will be sent the Tuesday or the following Monday depending on the destination. We aim to deliver healthy and happy plants :)