1 Perennial Spinach (Longevity Spinach Gynura Procumbens) WELL-ROOTED 4-6 inches tall Longevity Spinach Plant.You will receive one (1) WELL-ROOTED Live STARTER Plant. We also have nice Okinawa Spinach starter plants Longevity Spinach is a perennial low maintenance, fast growing plant. The leaves are used in salads, soups, and can be made into teas as well. Several studies have shown that longevity spinach can be used as a helpful herbal dietary supplement to promote healthy levels of blood glucose, cholesterol and blood pressure.Longevity Spinach is the ultimate windowsill super food! This easy to grow, nutrient dense plant from Southeast Asia will provide you with an abundance of nutritious leafy greens all year long. Grow it as an annual in your vegetable garden or keep it on a windowsill for a continuous harvest of all the stir fry greens you could ever need. Longevity Spinach has long been used in Southeast Asia and is known for its many medicinal qualities and use as a natural treatment for diabetes, high blood pressure and warding off inflammation. Throw it in soups, on sandwiches, in smoothies or teas! It is as nutritious as it is easy to grow!Latin Name: Gynura procumbensSite and Soil: This green grows well in sun or shade but semi-shade is preferredHardiness: This plant can tolerate a light frost and grow back from the roots but should be grown indoors in areas that receive freezing temperaturesBearing Age: ImmediatelyShipped size: 4-6 inchesSize at Maturity: 1 foot tallPests & Diseases: Longevity Spinach does not appear to be susceptible to any pests or diseases in our climateUSDA Zone: 9-11