Longevity Spinach - Insulin/ Diabetes Plant

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Longevity Spinach - Gynura procumbens

Longevity Spinach, also known by common names like Sambung Nyawa and Leaves of the Gods, is a perennial, heat-tolerant leafy green. It is a versatile and fast-growing addition to any edible garden or container planting, thriving in warm and humid environments.

Plant Features

• Growth Habit: A vigorous, sprawling perennial vine that is often used as an attractive groundcover. It can also be grown in containers or with simple support.
• Leaves: The leaves are fleshy, ovate-elliptic, and bright green, with the young leaves being the most tender.
• Flowering: Mature plants may produce small, decorative, yellow or orange, dandelion-like flowers, typically during the spring.
• Size: This plant generally reaches about 1 to 2 feet in height, with its vines spreading widely if left unpruned.

Culinary Use

• Edible Parts: Both the young leaves and tender stems are edible.
• Flavor: It offers a mild, slightly pleasant green flavor, making it a great substitute for common spinach varieties, which often struggle in high heat.
• Preparation: The leaves can be eaten raw in salads, blended into smoothies, or cooked. Popular cooked methods include light steaming, quick stir-fries, or adding it to soups and curries.

Care Tips

• Sunlight: Longevity Spinach prefers partial shade, which means receiving a few hours of indirect or filtered sunlight per day. Protect it from the intense, direct afternoon sun, especially in hot summers.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist. It is important to ensure the pot or planting area has excellent drainage, as the plant is vulnerable to root rot in waterlogged conditions.
• Soil: Use well-draining, fertile soil that is rich in organic matter.
• Pruning and Harvesting: Regular harvesting is key to keeping the plant bushy and productive. Pinching off the stem tips and leaves encourages continuous new growth.
• Propagation: This plant is exceptionally easy to propagate. New plants can be started simply by placing stem cuttings directly into moist soil.

Note on Traditional Use

The Longevity Spinach has been highly valued in traditional Asian folk medicine systems for centuries and has been used for various perceived therapeutic benefits. However, this plant is sold solely for gardening and culinary purposes. Please consult a qualified doctor or healthcare professional before consuming any plant for medicinal reasons.

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