(New Zealand Spinach) New Zealand Spinach, T. tetragonioides, is a half-hardy, short-lived perennial that makes a good substitute for Spinach, during the hot days of summer. These plants have interesting triangle-shaped leaves that are dark green on top and glistening underneath. Their short runners grow about 2 to 3 feet long in the North, but wil... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/10004