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Fan shu (Sweetpotato)

Ipomoea batatas

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (5 countries), North America (Honduras, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (9 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Ipomoea batatas (Fan shu)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Fan shu

Spanish Batata

French Batate

German Suesskartoffel

Portuguese batata

Similar Species in Ipomoea

Aristolochia-leaved morning-glory

Ipomoea aristolochiifolia

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Brazilian morning-glory

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fan shu?

The scientific name of Fan shu is Ipomoea batatas. It belongs to the genus Ipomoea.

Where does Fan shu live?

Fan shu is found in Widely distributed across Africa (14 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (5 countries), North America (Honduras, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (9 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Chad, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Croatia.

What family does Fan shu belong to?

Fan shu (Ipomoea batatas) belongs to the genus Ipomoea, which is part of the taxonomic family Convolvulaceae.

What kingdom does Fan shu belong to?

Fan shu (Ipomoea batatas) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Fan shu?

The closest relatives of Fan shu in the genus Ipomoea include Nan sha shu teng, Beach Morning Glory, Aristolochia-leaved morning-glory, Brazilian morning-glory, Cardinal-Climber.