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Kandamula

Local Name	:	Kandamula
Botanical Name	:	Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.
Common Name	:	Sweet Potato
Family	:	Convolvulaceae
Distribution	:	It is cultivated widely across tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including the Americas, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. In India, including Odisha, it is widely cultivated.
Habit	:	Climber
Short Description	:	It is a versatile plant with trailing vines and edible storage roots rich in vitamins and antioxidants. It is cultivated globally for its nutritious tubers and has various health benefits and uses in traditional medicine.

Descriptions

It has trailing vine-like stems. The plant's heart-shaped or lobed leaves are arranged alternately on the stem. It produces funnel-shaped flowers, usually in shades of pink, white, or lavender, though flowering is uncommon in cultivated varieties. The plant develops thick, edible storage roots, varying in color from white to orange or purple depending on the variety.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

July - October

Use(s)

It is valued for its nutritional benefits, providing essential vitamins and antioxidants, and it is used in traditional medicine to support digestion, manage diabetes, and improve skin health.