Yangmei
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Yangmei

In the subtropical realm of fruits, the Chinese Bayberry (Myrica rubra), commonly known as yangmei (杨梅) in Chinese, stands as a hidden gem.

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Fearnleaf Lavender
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Fearnleaf Lavender

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula multifida) stands as a testament to the resilience and beauty nature offers. This perennial plant, with its distinctive feathery, fern-like foliage and richly aromatic flowers, carves a niche in the permaculture garden that is both functional and ornamental.

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Tropical Lettuce
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Tropical Lettuce

The first time I encountered tropical lettuce, or Indian lettuce (Lactuca indica), was when I was exploring a rooftop garden in Fujian province of rural southern China.

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Chipilin
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Chipilin

Chipilin (Crotalaria longirostrata) is a perennial nitrogen-fixing shrub with edible leaves which is underutilized in South Florida.

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Longevity Spinach
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Longevity Spinach

Longevity spinach (Gynura procumbens) is a great low maintenance edible medicinal perennial plant to grow in south Florida year round.

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