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Sweet Potato

(Ipomea batatas) a tropical vine

Sweet Potato (Ipomea batatas) is related to morning glory and bindweed! First domesticated in ancient Peru, now they are grown throughout the tropics, and the tubers are imported to Europe.

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Author VVmasterPosted on 2023-08-182023-08-18Categories Crop History

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