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edibleFamily: MalvaceaeGenus: Saladtree
Cultivar
Kiko South Sea Salad Tree
Saladtree 'Kiko'
Cultivar: Kiko
Kiko is a productive selection of the South Sea Salad Tree, known for its vigorous growth and lush, deeply lobed foliage. The leaves offer a mild flavor and a soft texture, making them a versatile addition to both raw salads and lightly sautéed vegetable dishes. This plant thrives in warm climates and provides a continuous harvest during the growing season.
The Kiko South Sea Salad Tree is a fast-growing, edible perennial prized for its large, nutritious, and mild-flavored leaves that are excellent in salads or cooked dishes.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Full sun to partial shade.
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Water
Regular watering to keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
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Mature size
4-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.
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Hardiness
10-12 (often grown as an annual in colder zones)
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Growth habit
Upright, shrubby, branching habit.
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Plant type
Perennial, edible foliage plant
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Growing note
This plant is highly sensitive to frost and is best grown as a tropical perennial or annual in cooler climates. Consistent warmth and moisture are key to maintaining vigorous leaf production.
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Climate note
Prefers warm temperatures; growth slows significantly below 60°F and is damaged by frost.
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Flower / fruit
Produces attractive, showy yellow hibiscus-like flowers, though the primary focus is the edible foliage.
Growing & Care
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Full sun to partial shade.
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Growth rate
Fast.
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer periodically during the active growing season to support continuous foliage production.
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Pruning
Prune back to encourage bushier growth and rejuvenate older stems; harvest leaves regularly to keep the plant productive.
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Care notes
This plant is highly sensitive to frost and is best grown as a tropical perennial or annual in cooler climates. Consistent warmth and moisture are key to maintaining vigorous leaf production.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
4-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.
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Growth habit
Upright, shrubby, branching habit.
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Spacing
3-4 feet apart.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Produces attractive, showy yellow hibiscus-like flowers, though the primary focus is the edible foliage.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12 (often grown as an annual in colder zones)
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Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures; growth slows significantly below 60°F and is damaged by frost.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Regular watering to keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
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Soil
Rich, well-draining, fertile soil with plenty of organic matter.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.5
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Container Growing
Suitable for large containers; ensure drainage holes are sufficient and use a nutrient-rich potting mix.
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Family
Malvaceae
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Foliage Look
Large, vibrant green, deeply lobed leaves with prominent veins.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are large, palmately lobed, and bright green with a soft, slightly fuzzy texture.
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Fruit Flower Look
Large, soft yellow, bowl-shaped flowers with a dark, reddish-purple center.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are large, pale yellow with dark centers, appearing at the leaf axils; do not show fruit or flowers on small starter plugs.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an upright, multi-branching form; avoid allowing the plant to become excessively leggy by pinching back tips.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, large-leaved upright shrub with a tropical, structural appearance.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Stout, woody-based stems with large, attractive, palmately lobed leaves arranged spirally.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure foliage exhibits the characteristic palmately lobed shape typical of Abelmoschus manihot.
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Plant Faqs
Is the South Sea Salad Tree edible? Yes, both leaves and flowers are edible and often used in salads. How fast does it grow? It is a very fast grower in warm, sunny conditions. Can I grow it in a pot? Yes, it adapts well to large containers provided it has sufficient light and moisture. Will it survive winter? It is frost-tender and should be protected or brought indoors when temperatures drop.
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Root Look
Healthy, white, fibrous roots visible within a plug structure.
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Soil Look
Dark, moist, organic-rich potting soil.
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Starter Stage
Small, tender green plug with emerging heart-shaped to lobed foliage.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Soft green stems, small palmately lobed leaves, and vigorous white root system in the plug.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Kiko South Sea Salad Tree. This is Kiko South Sea Salad Tree, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the tropical edible garden you want to create. Focus on those large, lush, palmately lobed leaves, which offer a mild, tender flavor perfect for fresh salads or quick light cooking. Establish your starter by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with quality potting mix, then later move it to a final container or garden location. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Kiko South Sea Salad Tree Abelmoschus manihot Edible landscaping Tropical greens Agardeni Salad greens Edible foliage Container gardening
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the Kiko South Sea Salad Tree, a fast-growing, edible plant with lush, nutritious leaves. Ideal for warm-climate gardens or containers, it offers both culinary and ornamental appeal.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing Kiko South Sea Salad Tree
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