Sissoo Spinach (Alternanthera sissoo)
Regular price $14.95Sissoo Spinach, also known as Brazillian Spinach, is tropical to subtropical edible perennial herb. It grows vigorously as a ground cover or a small shrub. Sissoo Spinach's unique and nutritious crunchy leaves can be eaten raw or fresh. Sissoo Spinach salad makes an excellent and refreshing summer snack!
Plant Type
Perennial Evergreen Herb
Harvest Season
Year-round
Sisssoo Spinach perennial to zones 9-11 but can be grown as an annual and harvested in northern climates all summer long!
Mature Size
Up to 3 ft. tall and 4 ft. wide
Soil & Moisture
Nitrogen-rich soil with plenty of organic matter and water. Drought tolerant once established.
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade
Planted in partial shade, Sissoo Spinach will grow deep green, tender leaves. Leaves will be lighter or darker depending on the amount of shade or sun provided.
Self-Fertile
Yes
Growth Rate
Fast, Medium
Zone Hardiness
Outdoors 8-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Propagation
Grown from cutting and will grow large enough to harvest bountifully within the year.
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Sow Exotic carries many different varieties of tropical perennial greens including Okinawa Spinach, Longevity Spinach, Sissoo Spinach and annuals like Lagos Spinach and Malabar Spinach. Grow them all together in our Summer Spin-Off: Tropical Greens Bundle.
