Basella alba

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Author:Franz Xaver
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Author:Francisco Manuel Blanco (O.S.A.)
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Growing Info

Native to: Africa, India, India (widespread), Nigeria, South Asia, Sri Lanka

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Native to: Africa, India, India (widespread), Nigeria, South Asia, Sri Lanka

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Pfaf description:

Physical Characteristics : PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 9 m (29ft 6in) at a fast rate. It is hardy to zone 10 and is frost tender. It is in flower from May to September, and the seeds ripen from Jul to October. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) The plant prefers light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and requires well-drained soil.The plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. and can grow in very acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade.It requires moist soil.

Wiki description:

Description Basella alba is a fast-growing, soft-stemmed vine , reaching 10 m in length. Its thick, semi- succulent , heart-shaped leaves have a mild flavour and mucilaginous texture. The stem of the cultivar Basella alba 'Rubra' is reddish-purple. Soil and Climate Requirements Basella alba grows well under full sunlight in hot, humid climates and in areas lower than 500 m above sea level. Growth is slow in low temperatures resulting in low yields. Flowering is induced during the short-day months of November to February. It grows best in sandy loam soils rich in organic matter with pH ranging from 5.5 to 8.0.