Is Cape Spinach easy to grow?
Yes, Cape Spinach (Rumex hypogaeus) is generally easy to grow, tolerating a range of conditions and requiring minimal care.
Rumex hypogaeus, commonly known as Cape Spinach, is a low-growing perennial herb from South Africa, valued for its edible leaves and use as a groundcover.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types including sandy or loamy.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Tolerates a range of light conditions.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining soil, adaptable to various types including sandy or loamy.
Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.
Tolerates cooler temperatures but may go dormant.
Outdoor, Indoor
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Groundcover, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.1-0.3 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in mild climates
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Oblong to ovate
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes