Sweet Potato Vine

The Sweet Potato Vine is a charming indoor decorative plant, known for its heart-shaped leaves and attractive white-green variegation. This ornamental variety adds a soft, bright touch to any space. It is low-maintenance and perfect for beginners or busy people. While it's most famous for its aesthetic appeal, it also helps in improving indoor air quality. This fast-growing vine thrives indoors in pots or hanging baskets.

Ipomoea batatas (Ornamental White)

🌱 Height: 25 cm / 9.8 in

↔️ Length & Width: 10 cm / 3.9 in

🏷️ Category: Indoor Decorative Vine

☀️ Sunlight (India) : 💡 Prefers bright, indirect light , 🌤️ Tolerates partial shade , 🌅 Morning sunlight (before 10 a.m.) is ideal , ❌ Avoid direct afternoon sunlight – may scorch leaves

💧 Watering (India) : 🕳️ Keep soil slightly moist; allow topsoil to dry between watering ,  100–200 ml per session  ,⚠️ Avoid overwatering → Root & tuber rot risk

🪴 Best Soil Mix : 🪨 35% Garden Soil 🏖️ 25% Perlite/Sand (Drainage)🥥 20% Coco Peat 🌿 10% Organic Compost 🧱 10% Crushed Brick/Gravel

🧪 Soil pH : 5.5–7.0

🌡️ Soil Temp : 20°C–32°C

🏠 Perfect For : 🛋️ Living Room 🛏️ Bedroom 🖥️ Office Desk 🌿 Window Shelves 🧺 Hanging Baskets

🌬️ PLANT BENEFITS

✅ Oxygen Production : 🌃 Releases oxygen during the day, contributes to fresher indoor air , → Produces approx. 110–180 ml/day

(Oxygen required per day for an average adult is approximately 360 liters.)

✅ Air Purifier : 🧪 Helps reduce indoor air pollutants like benzene & formaldehyde (in small amounts) , 🌬️ Improves air freshness in 8–10 sq. ft. range

✅ Low Maintenance : 🕒 Fast-growing, adapts well indoors, perfect for beginners

✅ Aesthetic Appeal : 🌿 Beautiful white-green trailing leaves , ✨ Enhances indoor decor with soft, calming tones

✅ Mood & Productivity Booster:

🧠 Supports focus & concentration (approx. 10–15%)

😊 Uplifts mood and promotes calmness (up to 35%)

✅ Great for Gifting : 🎁 Elegant foliage + easy to care = Lovely gift for homes or offices