Bele Spinach, also known as Hawaiian or Tongan Spinach, is a tropical leafy green widely grown in the Pacific Islands. The plant produces large, thick, heart-shaped leaves that are highly nutritious and rich in vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron. The leaves are often used as a cooked green vegetable, similar to spinach, in soups, stews, or stir-fries. It has a mild, slightly earthy flavor and a tender texture when cooked.
Bele spinach is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in tropical climates, particularly in moist, fertile soil. It can grow as a perennial shrub, providing an abundant supply of leaves year-round. The plant is highly adaptable and prefers partial shade, making it ideal for both gardens and agroforestry systems.
Botanical Name: Abelmoschus manihot
Common Name: Bele Spinach, Island Cabbage, Hawaiian Spinach, Tongan Spinach, Pacific Spinach, Manihot, Aibika
Type: Perennial
Light Preference: Partial Shade
Uses: Culinary (leafy vegetable), Medicinal, Ornamental
Mature Height: 6-10 feet
Mature Width: 4-6 feet
$7.00
Welcome to our farm shop! 🥳
We're thrilled to offer our community the opportunity to enjoy our organic greens, fruits, vegetables, and other farm products delivered straight to your dock.
Our farm's production areas, species selection, and crop rotations will be based on the demand we receive, therefore, we're only accepting a handful of customers at a time. So, jump on our waitlist now to be one of the lucky ones to sample our fresh, organic, zero-mile, and downright delicious produce.
We will be adding new customers on a first come basis, prioritizing proximity to our farm (aka: our closest neighbors first 😀). Don't miss out on this chance to support your local farm and enjoy the tastiest and most nutritious organic produce around, and be part of our growing farm family.
Join the waitlist now and we'll let you know when you are first in line.
Welcome to our farm shop! 🥳
We're thrilled to offer our community the opportunity to enjoy our organic greens, fruits, vegetables, and other farm products delivered straight to your dock.
Our farm's production areas, species selection, and crop rotations will be based on the demand we receive, therefore, we're only accepting a handful of customers at a time. So, jump on our waitlist now to be one of the lucky ones to sample our fresh, organic, zero-mile, and downright delicious produce.
We will be adding new customers on a first come basis, prioritizing proximity to our farm (aka: our closest neighbors first 😀). Don't miss out on this chance to support your local farm and enjoy the tastiest and most nutritious organic produce around, and be part of our growing farm family.
Join the waitlist now and we'll let you know when you are first in line.
The price to rent the cabin is $95 per night for up to 2 adults and 2 children. To confirm your booking you must pay a 50% deposit. If we have the availability we'll send you a link to pay your deposit.
Here are a few things to consider before you book your stay with us:
We are located in a rugged area, surrounded by rainforest and by the sea. Our farm is not ideal for very young children. If you wish to come with young children, they must be supervised by an adult at all times.
If you have any dietary restrictions, food allergies, or special diets please let us know below to make sure we can accommodate your needs.
We are located on Isla Solarte, on this island, there are no stores, bars, restaurants, or shops. If you need anything special during your stay be sure to bring it with you.
We recommend you bring: a headlight, bug repellent, and a good book in case of rain :-)
Some of the trails can get muddy during rainy days, we recommend you bring hiking shoes or boots if you want to walk on the trails and around the farm.
If you would like to enjoy the night scene, keep in mind we may not be a good fit due to our secluded location. Most bars and restaurants are located on the main island.
After booking we'll contact you to help you arrange transport to and from our place.
Check-in: 3pm-7pm
Check-out: before 11am
If your chosen dates are available we will send you a link to pay a deposit to secure your booking.
We hope to meet you soon!