Sweet potato بطاطه حلوه

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Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas) is a root vegetable from the Convolvulaceae family, valued for its nutritious tubers and ornamental foliage. It is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions and is a versatile food crop with many culinary and decorative uses.


Key Characteristics of Sweet Potato

  1. Plant Description:

    • Roots: The tubers are large, starchy, and sweet, varying in color from orange, purple, yellow, white, to red.
    • Leaves: The heart-shaped or lobed leaves are usually green but may have purple or variegated tones in ornamental varieties.
    • Flowers: Sweet potatoes produce small, funnel-shaped flowers resembling morning glory blooms, often in pale purple or lavender.
  2. Growth Habit:

    • A trailing or creeping vine that spreads rapidly and covers the ground.
    • It can grow up to 9-13 feet (3-4 meters) in length.

Growing Conditions

  1. Soil:

    • Thrives in well-draining, sandy loam soil rich in organic matter.
    • Prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5-7.0).
  2. Light:

    • Requires full sun for at least 6-8 hours per day to grow optimally.
  3. Watering:

    • Sweet potatoes need consistent moisture but do not tolerate waterlogged soil. Water deeply and evenly during the growing season.
    • Reduce watering as harvest time approaches to avoid tuber rotting.
  4. Temperature:

    • Requires warm temperatures of 75-85°F (24-29°C) for growth.
    • Sensitive to frost and cold weather.

Planting and Propagation

  1. Propagation:

    • Sweet potatoes are propagated from slips (sprouted vines from mature tubers) rather than seeds.
    • Slips are planted directly into the soil or started indoors and transplanted when warm weather arrives.
  2. Planting:

    • Space slips 12-18 inches apart in rows that are 3-4 feet apart.
    • Ensure the soil is loose and well-prepared for tuber expansion.
  3. Growth Period:

    • Sweet potatoes take about 90-150 days to mature, depending on the variety and climate.
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