Longevity Spinach

Longevity Spinach (Gynura procumbens) – 4–5 Inch Pot
Available in Jupiter, FL. at Urban Abundance.

Tropical, nutritious, and practically unstoppable—Longevity Spinach is your go-to green for South Florida summers. With glossy green leaves and a crisp, mild flavor, this easy-growing plant is packed with antioxidants and is prized in herbal medicine for supporting overall wellness. A member of the Asteraceae family, Longevity Spinach is a heat-loving perennial leafy green, perfectly adapted to thrive when other greens bow out.

Sold in a 4–5 inch pot, this edible ground cover shines in raised beds, food forests, or containers, offering beauty and bounty with very little maintenance.

Sunlight Needs: Partial shade to full sun. Prefers 4–6 hours of light with some afternoon protection.
Watering Needs: Moderate. Water regularly in dry weather but avoid soggy soil.
Soil Requirements: Well-draining, compost-enriched soil with a neutral pH (6.0–7.5).
Growth Habit: Low, spreading ground cover. Grows 12–18 inches tall and spreads horizontally via stems.
Harvest Timing: Leaves are harvestable within 3–4 weeks after transplanting. Pick often for best flavor and continued growth.
Heat Tolerance: Excellent. One of the best summer greens for South Florida’s hot, humid climate.
Special Features:

• Rich in antioxidants and used in traditional wellness practices

• Easy to propagate from cuttings

• Perfect for edible borders and pollinator-friendly beds

• Low-maintenance and highly productive

South Florida Notes: This plant thrives in our summer heat and humidity, producing edible leaves all season long. It’s ideal for areas where other greens wilt. It may die back in frost but typically rebounds quickly with warmth. Can be grown year-round in containers or protected spots.

Next steps after purchase:

• Transplant into rich, well-draining soil in partial sun

• Space 12–18 inches apart or allow to sprawl

• Water regularly in dry spells

• Harvest often to keep growth compact and productive

• Pinch back runners to shape and control spread

This is a perennial leafy green—meaning it can grow for multiple years in South Florida and offers continuous harvests when maintained well.