Red Aztec Spinach (Huauzontle)

Chenopodium berlandieri  Germination 79% Oct 2023 Packed for 2024 Huauzontle (pronounced wah-woon-tleh) is a traditional Mexican vegetable and an ancient crop with origins tracing back to pre-Hispanic times. It belongs to the Amaranthaceae family, closely related to quinoa, amaranth, and spinach. This species grows widely across North America, from Canada south to Michoacán, Mexico, and it is widely foraged as a popular vegetable along with other closely related species, but this red variety is special. It has a long history of use in Mexico, both for its leaves and its seeds (which are like a smaller version of quinoa). The seeds have somewhat thinner coats than other types. Of course, the red leaves are also eaten, and they're excellent raw or cooked like spinach.  Characteristics: Huauzontle has long, slender stems topped with clusters of small, edible green flower buds that resemble broccoli or quinoa flowers. The plant can grow up to 1.5 meters (5 feet) tall.  It has a mild, slig