List of sweet potato cultivars

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The sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) is a dicotyledonous plant that belongs to the bindweed or morning glory family, Convolvulaceae. Its large, starchy, sweet-tasting, tuberous roots are a root vegetable. The young leaves and shoots are sometimes eaten as greens. There are numerous cultivars of sweet potato, each with their own unique characteristics and uses. This article provides a list of some of the most notable sweet potato cultivars.

Cultivars[edit | edit source]

Beauregard[edit | edit source]

The Beauregard sweet potato is one of the most widely grown cultivars in the United States. It is known for its high yield and resistance to disease.

Covington[edit | edit source]

The Covington sweet potato is a popular cultivar in the southeastern United States. It has a deep orange flesh and a sweet flavor.

Jewel[edit | edit source]

The Jewel sweet potato is a common cultivar with a bright orange flesh and a sweet, moist texture.

Okinawa[edit | edit source]

The Okinawa sweet potato is a unique cultivar from Japan with a purple flesh. It is known for its high antioxidant content.

Garnet[edit | edit source]

The Garnet sweet potato is a popular cultivar in the western United States. It has a deep red skin and a sweet, moist flesh.

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