Gunnera perpensa

Gunnera perpensa, commonly known as Skip, is a perennial plant native to regions including Burundi, Ethiopia, and various provinces in southern Africa such as KwaZulu-Natal, Lesotho, and Zimbabwe. This plant thrives in moist conditions with partial sun or shade and can be found growing in light, medium, or heavy soil types. Known for its edible leaves and stems, Skip is often cultivated for culinary use. One distinctive feature of this plant is its ability to grow up to 0.5 meters tall, making it a notable addition to gardens and landscapes where it can provide both ornamental value and edibility.