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Gala Dinich, scientifically known as Coleus edulis, is a perennial plant native to the eastern and central regions of Africa, including Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zaïre. Gala Dinich (Latin: Coleus edulis) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Gala Dinich is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Gala Dinich is a member native to BIS, BOR, CBD, CHS, JAW, and KE. Gala Dinich thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Gala Dinich grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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