Longevity spinach, also known as the longevity green, is a veggie plant famous worldwide but primarily found in Africa, China, and Southeast Asia. It would thrive in areas that have tropical climates, being native in terrestrial, warm locations and habitats. These are low-growing plants that spread on grounds it grows on, though you can grow them from pots. One can also think of them as semi-succulents, which are plants with thicker parts. Longevity spinach grows to a maximum height of 12 inches, with a minimum height of 6 inches. Come spring season, the plant would grow flowers, showing orange inflorescences on its axillary stem. The leaves of the longevity spinach are fleshy and smooth, rounder in shape to ovate, with greenish on the upper side, while it is purplish underneath. The leaves have a width of 1.3 inches and a length of 3 inches. For optimum growth, you should grow longevity spinach in loose soil with a lot of drainages. If your plant suffers from poor drainage, it becomes soggy, resulting in root rot. However, your soil should also have the right amount of moisture to prevent the roots from drying out. Health Benefits: * Lowering blood pressure * Lowering blood sugar * Lowering cholesterol levels * Lowering fevers * Preventing infections * Removing toxins from the bloodstream * Relieving pain * Slowing the growth and spread of cancer USDA Hardiness Zone Zone 3-11 Light Preference Semi-Shade Water Preference Moderate Water Propagation Method Seed, Stem Cutting Light Preference Semi-Shade