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Brazilian Sissoo Spinach (Alternanthera sissoo) companion plant

Sissoo Spinach

Other Names:
Poor Man’s Spinach, Samba Lettuce, Sissoo Spinach


Description

A low-growing perennial leafy vegetable that forms a neat mound up to 30 cm high.

Sissoo Spinach makes an excellent edging plant for pathways and works well as a living green mulch under fruit trees. It thrives in subtropical and tropical climates and generally grows well in Australia up to around the Sydney region.

  • Evergreen perennial

  • Self-pollinating

  • Very easy to propagate from cuttings

  • Fast growing and productive leafy green


Taste

Very similar to traditional spinach.

Best used steamed or stir-fried rather than eaten raw, as the leaves contain higher levels of oxalic acid.


Care Instructions

  • Plant in well-drained soil

  • Prefers full sun to medium shade

  • Regular watering will encourage lush growth

  • Harvest leaves regularly to keep plants productive


Plant Size

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Recipe

Try using Sissoo Spinach in stir-fries, curries, soups, or steamed as a side vegetable.


Shipping

All items are posted every Monday via Australia Post Express Post.
If Monday falls on a public holiday, orders will be sent Tuesday or the following Monday depending on the destination.

We aim to deliver healthy and happy plants ready to grow. 🌿





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