Ipomoea aquatica

Water Spinach

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Aquatic perennial herb with hollow stems and heart-shaped leaves. Fast-growing edible vine, commonly known as Water Spinach or Kangkung. Produces white/purple trumpet flowers in summer; thrives in wet soil or water.
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Plant Details

Common Name Water Spinach
Family Convolvulaceae
Genus Ipomoea
Species Aquatica
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Foliage and flowers, white or pinkish trumpet blooms in summer
Leaf Color Bright green to deep emerald
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich organic mud or aquatic substrate; keep soil saturated at all times

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Watering

High water needs. Grow in standing water or consistently wet soil; do not allow to dry out.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best growth and flowering, tolerates partial shade

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Fertilization

Heavy feeder. Apply liquid fertilizer weekly during active growing season (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Harvest regularly by cutting stems above nodes to encourage bushier growth and prevent bolting

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Slug Snail

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 6 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 95%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
8000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
80% – 95%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
500 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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