Spider Plant (Saga) seeds, also known as Cleome gynandra or African spider flower. It is a leafy vegetable common in East Africa. Key information includes:
Names: Saga (Kalenjin), Mwangani (Swahili), Thageti (Kikuyu), Tsisaka (Luhya), Alot-dek (Luo), Chinsaga (Kisii), Mwianzo (Kamba).
Nutritional Value: Rich in Vitamin A and C, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.
Benefits: Helps clean indoor air by absorbing chemicals like formaldehyde.
Growing Conditions: Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and temperatures above 8°C.
Other Names: Also known as spider plant, airplane plant.
Safety: Non-toxic to humans and pets, considered edible.
Taste: Bitter herb.
Uses: Can be used as a vegetable.