Question: The scientific name of Indian spinach is ___________________.
Options:
Beta vulgaris
Spinacea oleracea
Tetraginea expensa
Basella alba
🔑 Key Points
🍃 Basella Alba:
→ Basella alba is known by common names including Malabar spinach, vine spinach, Ceylon spinach, and Indian spinach.
→ Spinach belongs to the family Chenopodiaceae.
🍃 Basella Alba:
→ Basella alba is known by common names including Malabar spinach, vine spinach, Ceylon spinach, and Indian spinach.
→ Spinach belongs to the family Chenopodiaceae.
📝 Additional Information
→ Spinach is annual for leaf production and biennial for seed production.
→ Spinach is also known as "Palak" in Hindi.
→ It is a rich source of iron, vitamins, and anti-oxidants.