A ) Health Benefits :
1 . leafy vegetables have play an important role in human nutrition especially in the aspect of food security and micronutrient deficiencies.
2 . High composition of Mineral nutrients.
3 . It is an easy source of carbohydrates, Crude Protein, crude Fibers, Calcium, Sodium, Phosphorus, Magnesium and potassium. vitamins A C and E,
4 . Consumption of this vegetable is useful in joint pain, Hepatitis, Sugar, High BP, Pain In menstrual cycle, Skin diseases and highly nutritious.
B ) Medicinal uses : The leaves are used to treat costal pains, chest troubles, stomach-ache and urethral disorders in many ways.
C ) Located in : All over Maharashtra
D ) Edible part : leaves
E ) Season available : June to August