Spinach: Species of plant
Spinach is a green, leafy vegetable.
It comes from southwestern and central Asia. Its flowers are small and yellow. Spinach is rich in vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and folate, making it healthy. Spinach, along with other green, leafy vegetables, is rich in iron.
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| Spinacia oleracea | |
Here are some perceptions about spinach that come from popular culture:
- Spinach is traditionally unpopular with children.
- The cartoon character Popeye eats spinach in order to become strong.
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