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Water Morning Glory (Ipomoea aquatica)

Water Morning Glory (Ipomoea aquatica) is a semi-aquatic, tropical plant grown as a vegetable for its tender shoots and leaves, widely used in Asian cuisine.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Abundant

Soil

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Temperature

Warm

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.

Water

Abundant

Keep soil consistently moist to saturated.

Soil

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Temperature

Warm

Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

1-3 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

5-10 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Weed Status

Yes

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familyConvolvulaceae
  • genusIpomoea
  • speciesIpomoea aquatica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

None

Additional Care Tips

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