Are Calystegia Hederacea and Ipomoea Aquatica in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Convolvulaceae.

Can you substitute Calystegia Hederacea for Ipomoea Aquatica?

They share the Convolvulaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Calystegia Hederacea vs Ipomoea Aquatica

Calystegia hederacea · Ipomoea aquatica

Calystegia Hederacea

Calystegia hederacea

T Traditional Use

Family: Convolvulaceae
Genus: Calystegia
Primary use: medicinal

Ipomoea Aquatica

Ipomoea aquatica

T Traditional Use

Family: Convolvulaceae
Genus: Ipomoea
Primary use: medicinal

Ipomoea aquatica, commonly known as water spinach or kangkung, is a semi-aquatic, tropical plant grown as a vegetable for its tender shoots. I. aquatica is generally believed to have been first domesticated in Southeast Asia. It is widely cultivated in Southeast Asia, East Asia, …

At a glance

· Both in Convolvulaceae, but different genera (Calystegia vs Ipomoea).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Calystegia Hederacea: T; Ipomoea Aquatica: T.