| Merchant | Pot Size | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
3-4 in | In Stock | $26.00 | Buy |
| Common Name | Sweet Potato Vine |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Genus | Ipomoea |
| Species | Batatas |
| Origin | South America |
| Blooming | Rare indoors; trumpet-shaped purple or white flowers in summer outdoors |
| Leaf Color | Green, Purple, Variegated |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining potting mix with perlite or peat moss, slightly acidic pH
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during active growth; reduce watering in winter dormancy
Prefers full sun to bright indirect light; leaves may scorch in harsh midday summer heat indoors
Feed monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer during spring and summer growing season
Pinch back tips to encourage bushiness, remove dead foliage regularly
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