Plant Brazilian Spinach for a Sub-Tropical Edible Groundcover

Reader Contribution by Taylor Goggin
1 / 3
2 / 3
3 / 3

Brazilian spinach also goes by the names sissoo spinach, poor man’s spinach, or samba lettuce. This leafy green can be found in tropical and subtropical areas. The reason why Brazilian spinach does so well in these areas is because it thrives off humidity, full sun, and lots of water. This is the magic formula to an abundance of Brazilian spinach.

This leafy green can also be used as ground cover… and it’s edible too! Edible groundcover, whaaat? Yes, it will happily grow under your higher growing plants, trees and protect the soil from the heat. The round, crinkled leaves can be incorporated in various culinary ways in your diet:

Online Store Logo
Need Help? Call 1-800-234-3368