Water Spinach (Kangkong) originates from tropical Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It is a perennial plant, but in the Dutch climate it can only be grown as an annual. Despite its name, it is not necessary to grow this plant in water. As long as the soil is kept consistently moist, it can be successfully cultivated outdoors in a sunny, sheltered location. Water Spinach is also known by several other names, including Kangkong,kangkung and water convolvulus. The plant has green, long, flat leaves and hollow stems. Its flavour is a combination of spinach and endive, with a mild, slightly earthy taste. Water Spinach is widely used in Asian and Surinamese cuisine.
