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Malabar spinach

Malabar spinach, known scientifically as or rubra, is a lush, vining tropical plant packed with nutrients. Originating from the East Indies and the Malabar coast of India, it has travelled the world, leaving a trail of fascinated gardeners and chefs. While its name may suggest a relation to the common spinach we

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