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- JAMAICAN CALLALOO Also known as Amaranthus cruentus or "edibleleaf amaranth," callaloo grows as an annual in the U.S. and is harvested for its leaves and seeds.
- and is harvested for its leaves and seeds. The leaves are very nutritious, rich in protein, iron and vitamins and have an excellent and distinct flavor amaranth also it has two times more calcium than milk.
- This heat-loving plant grows from seeds sown in sunny, well-drained soil during the early spring, soon after the final frost of winter.
- The deep-green, edible foliage of the plant gives way to showy, Brown blooms that look magnificent adorning a flowerbed. The edible parts of the plant are low in saturated fats and contain beneficial nutrients such as protein, lysine and fiber.
- Edible Amaranth grows very well in warm climates. This fast-growing vegetable can be harvested 30 days after sowing, by the cut-and-grow-again method. Seeds are very small and will germinate best at temperature above 65 F under dark conditions. Thin plants during the growth if necessary and thinnings can be eaten. Edible young leaves and stems are cooked like spinach. Soft texture and tender leaves are excellent for stir-fry and soup.
