What Are the Pink Leaves on Ipomoea? A Guide to Anthocyanin and Variegation
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The stunning pink tones found on *Ipomoea* leaves are the result of special pigments called anthocyanins, which don't participate in photosynthesis but help protect the plant's leaves from environmental stress. Knowing what are the pink leaves on *Ipomoea* requires understanding this natural plant defense mechanism and genetic variegation.