tree spinach
"Tree spinach" refers to two distinct plants known for their spinach-like leaves, commonly used in cooking and valued for their nutritional benefits.
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Definition
C1Botany
(technical)An annual shrub, scientifically known as Chenopodium giganteum, with magenta-colored young leaves that turn green as they mature.
Example
- Chenopodium giganteum, or tree spinach, is often grown for its ornamental value and edible leaves.
B2Cuisine
(common)A leafy perennial shrub, known as Cnidoscolus aconitifolius, used in Mexican and Central American dishes after cooking to remove toxins.
Example
- In Yucatán cuisine, tree spinach leaves are cooked to make nutritious dishes.
Similar
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