Salpianthus purpurascens
Family: Nyctaginaceae
What it is like
A herb or small shrub. It grows 50 cm tall. The leaves are alternate and 1.5-16 cm long by 1.5-12 cm wide.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows between 20-1,300 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, North America, Venezuela
How it is used for food
The young leaves are eaten as a leafy green vegetable.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Boldoa ovatifolia Lag.; Boldoa purpurascens Cav.; and others