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Malabar Spinach Leaf Spot: Safe to Eat After Removing Affected Leaves

Malabar spinach (Basella rubra)—a heat-loving vine with red stems and deep green leaves—is an excellent summer spinach substitute. Fungal leaf spots occur occasionally; simply remove affected leaves and prepare the rest normally. It thrives in large containers and adds ornamental value to edible gardens.

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