This is a herbaceous plant with an annual cycle, thanks to its high resistance to parasite attacks. It is a variety of spinach, with small, robust but tender and fleshy leaves, bright green in colour.
Taste-wise, it's fresh, delicate and yet also sharp, whilst nutrition-wise, it has a number of important nutritional qualities, contributing to the intake of iron, magnesium, calcium and folacin (vitamin B9). Due to its high water content (over 90%) it is an excellent diuretic and low-calorie food.