50 Bitter Leaf Seeds | Vernonia Amygdalina | Traditional Culinary Herb

• 50 Bitter Leaf Seeds (Vernonia amygdalina): High-quality seeds for growing this essential tropical African herb.3
• Authentic Culinary Staple: Widely used in traditional recipes like Onugbu soup, known for its unique bitter flavor and leafy texture.4
• Full Growing Instructions: A guide to germinating and cultivating this resilient, fast-growing tropical shrub.
About the Product
Enhance your herb garden with this pack of 50 Bitter Leaf Seeds. A staple in West African gardens and kitchens, Vernonia amygdalina is a hardy tropical perennial prized for its nutrient-rich green leaves.5 This plant is an essential ingredient for authentic traditional soups and stews, valued for the unique, complex flavor it brings to culinary dishes. Beyond its kitchen uses, the Bitter Leaf plant is a robust grower that provides lush greenery and is a wonderful addition to any edible landscape or tropical plant collection. Start your own sustainable source of this highly useful herb from seed!
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• Traditional Culinary Herb: An essential ingredient for African cuisine and specialized leaf soups.6
• Nutrient-Dense Foliage: Grown for its edible leaves which are rich in natural plant compounds.7
• Resilient Tropical Shrub: A fast-growing perennial that thrives in warm climates and full sun.8
• Sustainable Harvest: Once established, this plant can be harvested regularly for fresh leaves.
• Garden Versatility: Can be grown in large containers or directly in the ground in tropical zones.
Additional Listing Attributes
Attribute Value
Common Name Bitter Leaf, Onugbu, Ewuro, Ndole
Scientific Name Vernonia amygdalina
Color Deep Green (Foliage)
Plant Type Seed, Perennial Shrub, Edible Herb
Sunlight Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering Medium, Prefers Consistent Moisture
Soil Type Well-Drained, Loamy Soil
Expected Height 6–15 feet (Can be pruned as a shrub)
Plant Format Seeds