Cnidoscolus aconitifolius, commonly known as chaya or tree spinach, is a large, fast-growing leafy perennial shrub that is believed to have originated in the Yucatán Peninsula of Mexico.
The specific epithet, aconitifolius, means 'Aconitum-like leaves'.
It has succulent stems which exude a milky sap when cut. It can grow to be 6 metres (20 ft) tall, but is usually pruned to about 2 metres (6.6 ft) for easier leaf harvest. It is a popular leaf vegetable in Mexican and Central American cuisines, similar ...