Water Spinach Seeds

Water Spinach (Water Convolvulus) Seeds

Botanical Name: Ipomoea aquatica

Other Names: Kangkong, Bamboo Leaf, Chinese Spinach, Morning Glory, Chinese Watercress

• Fast-growing, trailing aquatic or semi-aquatic perennial with hollow stems and arrow-shaped leaves.
• Highly productive, vigorous plant reaching 2–3 m long and growing up to 10 cm per day.
• Thrives in tropical and subtropical regions with high rainfall or wet soil.
• Mild, spinach-like flavour with tender young leaves and crunchy stems.
• Excellent in stir-fries, soups, stews, or blanched as a leafy green.
• Ideal for container growing to prevent spreading in garden beds.

Plant Details

• Plant Type: Aquatic or semi-aquatic perennial vegetable (grown as an annual in cooler regions).
• Plant Height: Vines up to 2–3 m long.

Sowing Information

• Germination: 7–14 days (optimal soil temperature 25–30°C).
• Depth: 1 cm deep.
• Position: Full sun.
• Sow Where: Direct into wet garden beds or containers.
• Soil Type: Moist to saturated soil, rich in organic matter.
• Spacing: 20–30 cm between plants for vigorous growth.

Growing Tips

• Water consistently to maintain wet or boggy soil conditions.
• Grow in large tubs or pots with consistently wet soil to control spreading.
• Harvest young shoots regularly to encourage bushier regrowth.
• Do not harvest more than one-third of the foliage at once to allow plants to recover.
• Protect from frost and cold weather; best suited to warm climates.

Harvest

Approximately 50–60 days after sowing. Cut tender shoots and leaves for continuous harvest.

When to Sow Water Spinach in Your Climate