Editing Red malabar spinach (section)

== Characteristics ==

* '''Physical Characteristics''': Malabar spinach has thick, semi-succulent, heart-shaped leaves with a mild flavor and mucilaginous texture. The green variety has green stems and leaves, while the ‘Rubra’ variety has reddish-purple stems and leaves that may develop purple pigmentation as they mature<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basella_alba</ref><ref>https://uog.edu/_resources/files/extension/publications/Malabar_Spinach_30_12_21.pdf</ref>.
* '''Growing Conditions''': It thrives in hot, humid climates with full sunlight and well-drained soils rich in organic matter. Optimal growth occurs at temperatures between 21°C and 32°C (70°F to 90°F), though it can tolerate higher temperatures with proper care<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Basella_alba</ref><ref>http://docs-do-not-link.udc.edu/causes/Fact-Sheet-Malabar-spinach-Basella-alba-is-a-Nutritious-and-Ornamental-Plant.pdf</ref>.
* '''Lifecycle''': Malabar spinach is a perennial but can be grown as an annual. It is sensitive to frost and will not survive if night temperatures fall below 15°C (59°F)<ref>http://docs-do-not-link.udc.edu/causes/Fact-Sheet-Malabar-spinach-Basella-alba-is-a-Nutritious-and-Ornamental-Plant.pdf</ref>.

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