Basella, a herbaceous plant

Basella, also called Malabar spinach, is a plant in the Basellaceae family. This perennial grows well in warm areas. People like Basella for its looks and food value. Some types have leaves that are good to eat. This plant grows in Africa, North and South America, Madagascar, India, and New Guinea.

Basella has many leaf shapes and colors. Gardeners and plant lovers like it for this reason. Some leaves are round. Others are heart-shaped. Leaf colors range from green to purple. This makes Basella stand out in gardens and homes.

Basella sheds its leaves each year. It has flower clusters that look like spikes. The leaves come in colors like bright green, purple, or almost black. Its fruits are small, dark berries. Basella flowers several times a year, adding beauty to its look.

This plant needs water often and likes sunlight. It does best in warm weather. People can grow it outside in gardens or at home on windowsills. Basella can adapt to different places with the right care. It can be a nice addition to any plant collection.