Star Gooseberry Leaves Seeds (Katuk / Sweet Leaf) | Rau Bồ Ngót | Sauropus androgynus | Heirloom, Non-GMO

Grow Katuk (Sweet Leaf)—also known as Star Gooseberry Leaves, Rau Bồ Ngót, and Sauropus androgynus—a popular Southeast Asian leafy vegetable prized for its sweet, tender leaves. Katuk is commonly used in Vietnamese soups and home cooking, and once established it can be harvested repeatedly. This warm-climate plant prefers heat, consistent moisture, and can be grown in containers so it can be protected from cold in cooler regions.

Highlights

• Heirloom & Non-GMO

• Sweet, tender leaves—great for Vietnamese soups and cooking

• Warm-weather plant; can be grown in pots and moved indoors

• Can be harvested multiple times once established

• Great for home gardens and container growing

Growing Guide

• Season: Warm season (protect from frost)

• Sun: Full sun to partial shade (partial shade helps in hot afternoons)

• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with compost

• Sowing: Start indoors in warm conditions or sow outdoors only when weather stays warm

  • Lightly cover seeds (about ¼ inch)

• Water: Keep evenly moist; do not let seedlings dry out

• Harvest: Begin harvesting leaves once plants are well established; harvest often for new growth

✅ Tip: If your area gets cold, grow Katuk in a container so you can bring it indoors before frost.

You will receive: Katuk / Sweet Leaf Seeds (Rau Bồ Ngót / Sauropus androgynus) – Heirloom, Non-GMO

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