

Spinaches
Botanical name: Spinacia
Spinaches
Botanical name: Spinacia


Description

The spinaches (Spinacia) are a very small group of flowering plants in the amaranth family. By far the most famous member of this genus is the widely-cultivated Spinach (Spinacea oleracea), the leafy greens of which are eaten all over the world. China is by far the largest producer of spinaches, growing about 90% of the world's total production.




Scientific Classification

Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Amaranth Genus
Spinaches