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Chinese Potato

Plectranthus rotundifolius, Lamiaceae

Zones
9a–11b
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CucumberCucumis sativus
Pest Deterrent
Spine GourdMomordica dioica
Pest DeterrentShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

GymnemaGymnema sylvestre

Gymnema produces compounds that may inhibit tuber development in other plants including Chinese potato

ArrowrootMaranta arundinacea

Arrowroot and Chinese potato compete for underground space and nutrients, with potential chemical interference

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Roots

Common Questions

What zones does Chinese Potato grow in?

Chinese Potato grows in USDA hardiness zones 9a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Chinese Potato?

Good companions for Chinese Potato include Cucumber, Spine Gourd.

Design guilds with Chinese Potato and see companion relationships visually.

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