WATER SPINACH (IPOMOEA AQUATICA) AS AN

ALTERNATIVE SEMI-ORGANIC SNACK

An Investigatory Project
Presented to the Faculty of
Consolacion National High School-Evening Class
Cebu Province

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements in

Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion

Presented by:
Shairamie P. Quiapo
Jonald S. Nodado
Cathlyn Gervacio Misal
Brenand Justine A. Moratin
Joseph Russel A. Bohol
Divine Francis Sable Perdosa
Trisha Mae Tibon
Shaina Mari M. Estenzo
RoberIan H. Panolino
Bernadit Bocado
Ramley D. Patong
Jandy Quiapo
Jovile C. Lumactod

Date Submitted:
June 06, 2022
 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

This study became possible with the help and support of many individuals.
The researchers would like to send profound credits to all of them.

First and foremost, praises to the God Almighty for the blessing he
showered, for the wisdom he grants us, and for his guidance and protection
throughout this research study.

The researchers would like to express their sincerest gratitude to our

research teachers, Mrs. Rowena D. Loqueloque, for giving us the opportunity to
conduct this
Study and for her guidance and supervision throughout this research. Her sincerity
and motivation deeply inspired the researchers to finish this study. She provided us
this study. She provided us the necessary information and actions to clearly present
this study. The researchers are immensely thankful for everything she has done.
 CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Abstract

The Ipomoea Aquatica, most widely known as Kangkong or Water Spinach,

is known for being a great provider of vitamins and minerals. Kangkong is a great
source for Vitamin-A which is essential for the health of skin, hair, and vision.
Another vitamin that has a large presence in Kangkong is Vitamin-C which is
great for protecting the body from various diseases. Apart from vitamins,
Kangkong is a leading source of vital minerals such as iron, magnesium, and
calcium.

Kangkong or Water Spinach may be used in a wide range of cuisines. These

are popular elements in table-side preparations. Kangkong (Ipomoea Aquatica) as
a healthy snack is the main topic of our investigatory project. The purpose of this
study is to find out how important kangkong is to our body. This study also
provides an alternative healthy snack, kangkong, an edible plant which can be a
low-cost ingredient for a healthy snack and is not difficult to grow providing the
soil is rich in organic matter and is relatively a low-maintenance plant.

Keywords: Kangkong, Healthy Snack, Edible Plant, Organic Matter

BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY

The Convolvulaceae family’s water spinach (Ipomoea Aquatica) is a major

aquatic or semiaquatic vegetable that grows naturally in Asia and the Southwestern
Pacific Islands during the summer and autumn. Water Spinach is a green vegetable
that is native to tropical regions and has a strong tolerance for heat and moisture.
Essential amino acids, vitamin A, vitamin c, and iron, as well as polyphenols such
as carotenoids and chlorophylls, are all abundant in the plant.

Ipomoea Aquatica is most commonly grown in East, South, and Southeast

Asia. It flourishes naturally in waterways and requires little care. It is used
extensively in Indonesian, Burmese, Thai, Lao, Cambodian, Malay, Vietnamese,
Chinese, and Filipino cuisine, especially in rural or kampung (village) areas. The
vegetable is also extremely popular in Taiwan, where it grows well. During the
Japanese occupation of Singapore in World War II, the vegetable grew remarkably
easily in many areas, and became a popular wartime crop. Water Spinach has been
found to be cultivated in eighteen countries such as Philippines, Taiwan, and
Cambodia.

Water Spinach is also potentially suitable for cultivation in greenhouses in

more temperate regions. In non-tropical areas, it is easily grown in containers
given enough water in a bright sunny location. It readily roots from cuttings. Water
Spinach is ideal for sub-tropical and tropical climate. High soil moisture is
beneficial for the growth.
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK OF THE STUDY

AROMA
Water Spinach
COLOR (Ipomoea
Aquatica) as an
TASTE
Alternative Semi-
TEXTURE Organic Chip

Independent Variable Dependent Variable

STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

This study aims to determine the feasibility of Water Spinach (Ipomoea

Aquatica) as an alternative semi-organic chip.

Specifically, this seeks to answer the following:

1. What is the profile of the respondents in terms of:

1.1 Age
1.2 Gender
2. Is Kangkong effective in terms of:
2.1 Aroma
2.2 Color
2.3 Taste
2.4 Texture
3. Is there a difference between “Kangkong Chip” from the
“uncommercialized vegetable chip” in terms of:
3.1 Aroma
3.2 Color
3.3 Taste
3.4 Texture
4. Based on the findings, can the “kangkong chip” be consumed?

Hypothesis

Ho1: Kangkong (Ipomoea Aquatica) is not a feasible as a vegetable chip.

Ho2: There is no significant difference between Kangkong Chip and Other
Vegetable Chip.

General and Specific Objectives

 The general objective is to assess the water spinach will grow in a
short-period of time, and its health benefits. The reasons why we conducted this
research is to verify if the water spinach can be an alternative healthy snacks
along with the acknowledge that this experiment is tremendously easy to make
especially during this pandemic, we cannot spend too much money. This
research will furthermore discuss how water spinach can turn into a healthy
snack.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY

In this study, we want to prove if the potential vegetable Water Spinach can
also be made into a chips

This study is beneficial to the population because Kangkong chips are high
in carrot, vitamin A, iron, calcium, and they are inexpensive, so even those on a
restricted budget may get them.

This research can also contribute to knowledge by reminding the audience

that even the most unusual ingredient, vegetable Kangkong, can be used to make a
variety of chips.

SCOPE AND DELIMITATION

 This study was conducted in Consolacion National High School – Evening
Class Senior High School Department at Laray, Nangka, Consolacion, Cebu. The
participants of this study were the 6 teachers of the school.

The researchers aimed to determined if the water spinach can be an

alternative semi-organic chip. The researchers conducted a survey that contains
questions regarding to the topic. The study was completed within one (1) month.

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Kangkong – a semi-aquatic tropical plant, used as a leaf vegetable. Also known as

water spinach, river spinach, water morning glory, or by the more
ambiguous names Chinese Spinach, Chinese watercress, Chinese
convolvulus or swamp cabbage.
Alternative – (of one or more) available as another possibility
Organic – natural or related to nature
Chip – a thin slice of food, made crisp by being fried, baked, or dried and eaten as
a snack
 CHAPTER II
REVIEW OF THE RELATED LITERATURE

The swamp cabbage of kangkong, Water Spinach (Ipomoea Aquatica) has

numerous health advantages. Despite its reputation as poor man’s vegetable,
Kangkong is high in carrots, vitamins, and minerals, and all of which are
beneficial to one’s health.

Kangkong is a good source of carotene, which the body can convert to

vitamin A. Kangkong is beneficial to those with hypertension in particular. It helps
eliminate fatty deposits in the blood vessels when it is ingested rough age.

In the Philippines, Kangkong is abundant, particularly in flows and moist

soil. While the aquatic kangkong grows all year, it can grow significantly quicker
during the rainy season in specific proportions of the Brgy. Waterways. Its
presence indicates that the river, which was long assumed to be dead, may still
support biodiversity.
 The Philippines, where ‘adobong kangkong’ is a common dish, have a large
population of kangkong, which is a staple part of local cuisine. To add flavour,
some people and other vegetables, spices, meat, or tofu (known locally as tokwa).
Unfortunately, the kangkong is considered an unpleasant odors herb because it
messes water ways in some areas. The plant is also used to prepare food and many
cuisines.

After visiting or conquering various Asian countries, European settlers

helped spread the plant worldwide, according to a report by Daniel Austin from
the Ethnobotany Research and Applications. While there have been few research
on the nutritional benefits of kangkong, it is usually believed that it is high in
vitamins and minerals.

CHAPTER III
METHODOLOGY

RESEARCH DESIGN

We conducted our research using an experimental design. It is a step-by-step

guide to help the researcher test his hypothesis by drawing reliable conclusions
regarding the links between independent and dependent variables. It is the
conceptual framework within which the experiment is carried out.

RESEARCH LOCALE
 The survey was conducted in Consolacion National High School – Evening
Class Senior High School Department at Laray, Nangka, Consolacion, Cebu, while
the experiment was conducted in a researcher’s house kitchen.

RESEARCH INSTRUMENTS

• Frying Pan
• Mixing Bowl
• Whisk
• Tongs
• Blender

RESEARCH PROCEDURE

• Remove the kangkong leaves

• Wash in water and dry
• Mix the egg, water, cornstarch, flour, salt and pepper in a bowl
• In a blender, combine the kangkong leaves
• Coat the kangkong leaves to the mixed condiments
• Heat cooking oil in a pan
• Fry the leaves until crispy and golden brown with the batter
• Strain the cooked pieces for excess oil
• Cut the cooked pieces into a chips
• Serve with Mayonnaise, Gravy, or Ketchup

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Brenand Justine A. Moratin

Nickname : BJ
Place of Birth : Quezon, City
Date of Birth : July 04, 2003
Address : Nangka, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Male
Father’s Name : Teodulfo S. Moratin
Mother’s Name : Josefina A. Moratin
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Elementary : Victoriano D. Tirol Advance Learning
Center
Address: : Taloto District Tagbilaran City
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : CNHS-EC
Address : Poblacion Occ. Consolacion Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Divine Francis S. Perdosa

Nickname : Dave
Place of Birth : VSMC
Date of Birth : November 19, 2001
Address : Jugan, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Male
Father’s Name : Francis M. Perdosa Sr.
Mother’s Name : Margarita S. Perdosa
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary :
Address: :
Date of Graduation :
Secondary :
Address :
Date of Graduation :

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Jonald S. Nodado

Nickname : Wad
Place of Birth : Tubigon, Bohol
Date of Birth : November 26, 2003
Address : Casili, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Male
Father’s Name : Jonald L. Nodado
Mother’s Name : Maedyn Joy Nodado
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Tubigon West Central Elementary School

Address: : Tubigon Bohol
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : Holy Family of Nazareth School
Address : Tubigon Bohol
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Ramley D. Patong Jr. Yeong

Nickname : Tanay Rizal
Place of Birth : San Roque Lamac
Date of Birth : October 06, 2003
Address : Casili, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Male
Father’s Name : Ramley B. Patong
Mother’s Name : Imelda Patong
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Lamac Elementary School

Address: : Purok 2 Lamac
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : CNHS-EC
Address : Poblacion Occ. Consolacion Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Roberlan Panolino Jr.

Nickname : Toto
Place of Birth : Boblacion, San Dionisio, Liloan
Date of Birth : June 09, 2004
Address : Tayud, Liloan, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Male
Father’s Name : Roberlan Panolino Sr.
Mother’s Name : Nelma Panolino

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Elementary : San Dionisio Central Elementary School.
Address: : Poblacion San Dionisio Iloilo
Date of Graduation : 2015- 2016
Secondary : Nicomedes R. Tubar Sr. National Highschool
Address : Pase,San Dionisio, Iloilo
Date of Graduation : 2019- 2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Joseph Russel A. Bohol

Nickname : Russel
Place of Birth : San Vicente Ferrer, Tabok Mandaue City
Date of Birth : December 11, 1998
Address : Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Male
Father’s Name : Richie D. Bohol
Mother’s Name : Liberata A. Bohol

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Elementary : Basal elementary school
Address: : Basak, Mandaue city
Date of Graduation : 2011- 2012
Secondary : Tabok National Highschool.
Address : Upper, Tabok Mandaue city
Date of Graduation : 2015 - 2016

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Jandy C. Quiapo

Nickname : Jan
Place of Birth : San Vicente Ferrer, Tabok Mandaue City
Date of Birth : November 13, 2001
Address : Lamac, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Male
Father’s Name : Arthor Quaipo
Mother’s Name : Adora Quiapo

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Elementary : Yati Elementary School
Address: : Lamac Sampaguita Purok 2
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : CNHS-EC
Address : Poblacion Occ. Consolacion Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Cathlyn G. Misal

Nickname : Cath/ Lyn
Place of Birth : St. Fe II Dasmariňas City, Cavite
Date of Birth : August 11, 2003
Address : Pulpogan, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Female
Father’s Name : Manuelito A. Misal
Mother’s Name : Marilyn A. Gervacio

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Elementary : Central Elementary School
Address: : Poblacion Occ. Consolacion Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : CNHS-EC
Address : Poblacion Occ. Consolacion Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Trisha Mae Tibon

Nickname : Trish
Place of Birth : Consolacion, Cebu
Date of Birth : January 05, 2003
Address : Cansaga, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Female
Father’s Name : Roben Cabanes
Mother’s Name : Elbena T. Tibon

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Elementary : Tolo-Tolo Elementary School
Address: : Tolo-Tolo Consolacion Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : CNHS-EC
Address : Poblacion Occ. Consolacion Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Shairamie P. Quiapo

Nickname : Shai
Place of Birth : Lying in Clinic
Date of Birth : June 14, 2004
Address : Cansaga, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Female
Father’s Name : Ramie C. Quiapo
Mother’s Name : Aida P. Quiapo

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Cansaga Elementary School

Address: : Cansaga, Consolacion, Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : Schildknecht School
Address : Laray, Nangka, Consolacion, Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Shaina Mari M. Estenzo

Nickname : Sha / Shai
Place of Birth : VCCMC
Date of Birth : August 02, 2004
Address : Cansaga, Consolacion, Cebu
Religion : Catholic
Gender : Female
Father’s Name : Jaime T. Estenzo Jr.
Mother’s Name : Marites M. Estenzo

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Cansaga Elementary School

Address: : Cansaga, Consolacion, Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2015-2016
Secondary : Schildknecht School
Address : Laray, Nangka, Consolacion, Cebu
Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

CURRICULUM VITAE

Name : Jovile C. Lumactod

Nickname : Jovs

Place of Birth : Cebu city

Date Of Birth : October 14, 2003

Address : Casili, Consolacion, Cebu

Religion : Born Again Christian

Gender : Male

Father's Name : Alvin L. Lumactod

Mother's Name : Paternal C. Lumactod

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Elementary : Basak Elementary School

Address : Basak, Mandaue, Cebu

Date of Graduation : 2015-2016

Secondary : Consolacion National High School- Evening Class

Address : Poblacion Oriental, Consolacion Cebu

Date of Graduation : 2019-2020

Chapter V

Summary

Today's youth are becoming more fond of fast food and junk food while becoming less familiar
with vegetables, which is why we did a study to help the public develop a taste for nutritious
foods. The vegetable on which we concentrated was kangkong ipomoea Aquatica, which is
extremely healthful. The goal of the study is to see if, in addition to fruit, delicious, healthy chips
may be converted into vegetable kangkong.

We took the mean of the ratings given by each respondent under each area and analysed it to see
if it was strongly disagree, disagree neither disagree nor agree, agree, or strongly agree so that
we could establish whether the chips were okay for students to eat or not. The data are then
plotted on a graph.

Conclusion

When we received the results of our surveys to see if kangkong chips were acceptable to
consume by the teachers of Laray, Nangka, Consolacion SHS EC, the mean score was
interpreted as acceptable. In terms of taste, Kangkong chips are acceptable; but, in terms of odor,
texture, and color, they are neither acceptable nor undesirable.

Recommendation
Since the kangkong has this natural green colour and natural leafy smell, we urge that the
researchers adjust the colour, odour, and texture to make it more appropriate for eating in future
study investigations. Make it more appealing to everyone, particularly children, in order to
increase interest in it.

RESEARCH LOCALE

The survey was conducted in Consolacion National High School – Evening

Class Senior High School Department at Laray, Nangka, Consolacion, Cebu, while
the experiment was conducted in a researcher’s house kitchen.

DOCUMENTATION

Researchers are preparing the soil to plant the

kangkong.
 First interview with Ms.Centra Mae Loberanes.

First week of watering the kangkong and first documentation of its

growth.

13th week of watering

the water spinach and
its documentation.

Last week of watering the water spinach and its final documentation.
 First experiment
of making our
kangkong
chips and its result.
 The last experiment and documentation of making our kangkong chips.

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