Katuk Sweet Leaf Live Plant, Sauropus Androgynus, Tropical Edible Foliage Plant, 5 Inch Pot, Asian Vegetable Garden Shrub

Bring a touch of tropical greenery to your home garden with Katuk (Sauropus androgynus), also known as Sweet Leaf! 🌿 This leafy tropical shrub is valued for its lush green foliage, branching growth, and suitability for warm-climate gardens and containers.

Popular in parts of Southeast Asia, katuk is grown as an edible-leaf plant and can also make an attractive addition to a tropical garden. With regular pruning and suitable growing conditions, it can develop into a full, bushy shrub.

🌱 What You Will Receive

• One live Katuk plant

• Botanical name: Sauropus androgynus

• Common name: Sweet Leaf

• Pot size: 5-inch pot

• Appearance: One living plant similar to the pictures

You will receive one Katuk plant in a 5-inch pot, similar to the pictures. Plant height, branching, leaf size, and fullness may vary naturally. This listing is for a live plant, not seeds or harvested leaves.

🌿 About Katuk Sweet Leaf

Katuk is a tropical shrub grown for its abundant green leaves and its place in traditional Southeast Asian cooking. It can be grown in a garden bed or container in warm conditions and responds well to pruning, which encourages a compact, branching shape.

Its attractive foliage makes it a useful choice for gardeners who enjoy growing unusual tropical plants and edible-leaf varieties.

☀️ Katuk Plant Care Instructions

Light: Katuk grows well in partial sun to bright indirect light. Morning sunlight with afternoon shade is often a good choice, especially in hot climates. Acclimate the plant gradually when moving it into stronger sunlight.

Water: Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil begin to dry, adjusting for weather and container size. Avoid letting the root ball dry out for extended periods.

Soil: Use fertile, well-draining potting mix enriched with organic matter. Choose a pot with drainage holes to prevent standing water around the roots.

Temperature: This tropical plant prefers warm conditions, approximately 65–90°F (18–32°C). Protect it from frost and cold drafts. Growth may slow in cooler weather.

Fertilizer: During active growth, feed with a balanced fertilizer according to the product label. Regular nutrition can support healthy leafy growth, but avoid overfertilizing.

Pruning: Trim the growing tips as needed to encourage branching and a fuller shape. Remove yellowing or damaged leaves with clean tools.

Container growing: Katuk can grow well in a container. Choose a pot that accommodates its roots and provides good drainage, and consider repotting as the plant grows.

Seasonal care: In cooler conditions, growth may slow. Reduce watering if the plant uses less moisture, while still avoiding prolonged soil dryness.

⚠️ Important Food-Safety Note

Although katuk leaves are traditionally eaten in some cuisines, raw or inadequately cooked katuk has been associated with serious lung injury, particularly when consumed in large quantities or as concentrated juice. Do not consume the leaves raw or use them for juicing. If you intend to grow katuk for food, seek reliable local food-safety guidance on appropriate preparation and serving amounts. The plant is sold here as a live plant, and no health benefit is promised.

🏡 A Tropical Addition to Your Garden

With its lush foliage and branching growth, Katuk Sweet Leaf is a distinctive choice for warm-climate gardens, container collections, and edible-plant enthusiasts.

Please note: You will receive one live Katuk plant in a 5-inch pot, similar to the pictures. Natural variation in size and appearance is normal, and growth depends on light, temperature, watering, and overall care.