Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) is an edible leafy vegetable that belongs to the Portulacea family. It was originally from West Africa before spreading to other parts of the world. As the name suggests, this green leafy vegetable is referred to as waterleaf due to its high moisture contents of approximately 90.8gm per 100 gm of the leaf. Waterleaf is called Gbure in Yoruba, Ebe-dondon in Edo, and in English is nicknamed Philippine spinach, sweetheart, flame flower, Florida spinach etc.

Waterleaf is packed with essential antioxidants and soluble fibers that act as a mild laxative. So, if you want to treat any irregularities in your body and restore your body to normalcy, eat enough waterleaf.

Waterleaf, Gbure. (Talinum triangulare is sold by one pound weight and shipped by priority or overnight mail