Also known as Aquatic Morning Glory · Chinese Water-Spinach · Chinese Waterspinach
Water Morning Glory (Ipomoea aquatica) is an aquatic vegetable with hollow, succulent stems and edible leaves, widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical Asia.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best growth and flowering.
Keep Consistently Moist
100% intensity
Ensure the soil remains wet, particularly during active growth. Avoid complete drying.
Needs fertile, waterlogged soil
50% intensity
Warm Conditions
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.
Aquatic
50% intensity
Regular Feeding
50% intensity
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Morning Glory thrives in consistently moist conditions. Keep the soil wet, especially during its active growth phase. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
In containers, ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, but maintain a steady supply of moisture.
Prune to manage its vigorous growth and encourage bushier development. Pinch back the tips of young stems to promote branching.
Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems to maintain a tidy appearance and improve air circulation.
Propagate easily from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems, remove lower leaves, and plant them in moist soil or water. Roots typically form within a few weeks, after which they can be transplanted.
Repot Water Morning Glory when it becomes root-bound, typically every 1-2 years. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Water Morning Glory (Ipomoea aquatica)
Where Water Morning Glory (Ipomoea aquatica) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Genus | Ipomoea |
| Species | Ipomoea aquatica |
Similar in genus Ipomoea
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