--- product_id: 497696573 title: "Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio" brand: "wekiva foliage" price: "¥29506" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 3 category: "Wekiva Foliage" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/497696573-okinawa-spinach-3-live-starter-plants-gynura-crepioides-grow-your store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Dense trailing growth 12-18in Consistent moisture, well-drained soil Thrives in bright, indirect light Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio **Brand:** wekiva foliage **Price:** ¥29506 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌱 Elevate your green space with Okinawa Spinach — where bold color meets effortless growth! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio by wekiva foliage - **How much does it cost?** ¥29506 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/497696573-okinawa-spinach-3-live-starter-plants-gynura-crepioides-grow-your) ## Best For - wekiva foliage enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted wekiva foliage brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sun-Savvy Performer:** Thrives in bright, filtered sunlight—perfect for patios or shaded garden nooks. - • **Fast-Growing Groundcover:** Rapidly spreads to create lush, dense borders or container displays with minimal effort. - • **Low-Maintenance Elegance:** Requires only occasional pruning to maintain a neat, compact shape year-round. - • **Moisture-Optimized Growth:** Prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil to keep leaves vibrant and healthy. - • **Vibrant Dual-Tone Foliage:** Glossy green tops meet rich purple undersides for a garden that pops with color. ## Overview Okinawa Spinach (Gynura crepioides) is a fast-growing tropical perennial featuring glossy green leaves with striking purple undersides. Ideal for bright, indirect light and consistently moist, well-drained soil, it forms dense, trailing mounds perfect for borders, containers, or groundcover. This low-maintenance plant thrives in subtropical climates, offering year-round ornamental appeal with minimal pruning. ## Description The Okinawa Spinach (Gynura crepioides) is a vibrant tropical perennial prized for its striking foliage and ease of growth in warm climates. Its lush, slightly crinkled leaves display a stunning contrast of deep green on the upper surface and rich purple underneath, adding ornamental appeal to any garden or indoor space. This versatile plant grows low and dense, forming a beautiful groundcover or border plant that spreads quickly in the right conditions. With its compact, bushy growth habit and colorful appearance, it’s equally attractive in decorative pots, raised beds, or landscape plantings.Thriving in humid, subtropical environments, Okinawa Spinach flourishes in full to partial sunlight and adapts well to a variety of well-draining soils. It prefers consistent moisture but is tolerant of short dry periods once established. Its rapid growth rate makes it a rewarding choice for gardeners seeking lush foliage with minimal effort. Regular trimming encourages bushier growth and helps maintain its neat, mounded shape. Highly valued for its visual appeal and vigorous nature, the Okinawa Spinach is an ideal plant for both ornamental display and easy maintenance in tropical and subtropical gardens. Review: Arrived totally dry and broken - The plants arrived totally dry and 1 broken. I don't know if I can save them.You can see in the forth picture how well these plants are doing and they are about a month old also from the same company.Big disappointment Review: A little rough - A few dead branches. The leaves were all beat up or wilted. I’ve received many plants in the mail over the years, and this one just seemed to be pretty bad upon arrival. ## Features - Physical Characteristics: The plant features oval to lance-shaped leaves with a glossy green upper side and deep purple underside. Its dense, trailing habit makes it excellent for borders, containers, or as groundcover. Mature plants reach about 12–18 inches tall and spread widely with cascading stems. - Sunlight Requirements: Okinawa Spinach grows best in bright, indirect light to partial sun. It can tolerate some full sun exposure in mild climates, but prefers dappled shade during intense afternoon heat. Providing filtered sunlight encourages rich leaf coloration and balanced, compact growth. - Watering Guidelines: Maintain consistently moist soil, ensuring it never becomes waterlogged. Regular watering helps support vigorous leaf growth and keeps the plant’s texture vibrant. Allowing brief drying between waterings can improve root strength without compromising foliage density. - Soil Preferences: This plant thrives in well-draining, slightly rich soil that retains moisture without staying soggy. A balanced mix of loam, sand, and composted material encourages steady growth and strong root development, supporting a lush, resilient canopy. - Growth Rate and Maintenance: Okinawa Spinach is a fast-growing perennial that spreads quickly, forming dense mounds of foliage. Occasional pruning helps shape the plant and prevent overgrowth. With proper moisture and light, it maintains attractive form year-round. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BQ429PFY | | Best Sellers Rank | #883,601 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #14,129 in Vegetable Plants & Seeds | | Brand | Wekiva Foliage | | Brand Name | Wekiva Foliage | | Color | Green | | Customer Reviews | 3.7 out of 5 stars 11 Reviews | | Item Type Name | Fruit Tree | | Item Weight | 16 ounces | | Manufacturer | Wekiva Foliage | | Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering | | Plant or Animal Product Type | Fruit | | Product Care Instructions | Well-drained | | Soil Type | Peat Soil | | Style Name | 3 Plants | | Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun | | UPC | 705514858962 | | USDA Hardiness Zone | 3 | | Unit Count | 3.0 Count | ## Images ![Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61j5thUhTcL.jpg) ![Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81sqp5ibNmL.jpg) ![Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mR1dOtbhL.jpg) ![Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+t7lEH7ZL.jpg) ![Okinawa Spinach - 3 Live Starter Plants - Gynura Crepioides - Grow Your Own Vegetables and Fruit in The Garden or Patio - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71X40b1NslL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ Arrived totally dry and broken *by R***C on June 14, 2024* The plants arrived totally dry and 1 broken. I don't know if I can save them.You can see in the forth picture how well these plants are doing and they are about a month old also from the same company.Big disappointment ### ⭐ A little rough *by A***E on June 10, 2024* A few dead branches. The leaves were all beat up or wilted. I’ve received many plants in the mail over the years, and this one just seemed to be pretty bad upon arrival. ### ⭐ I don't think they gave me the right one. *by C***S on February 19, 2023* --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/497696573-okinawa-spinach-3-live-starter-plants-gynura-crepioides-grow-your](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/497696573-okinawa-spinach-3-live-starter-plants-gynura-crepioides-grow-your) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-09-28*