Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
cuneata
ID:
1297305

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 8: t. 661 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296643



Common Names

  • Argyreia cuneata
  • Cuneate Morning Glory
  • Wedgeleaf Morning Glory


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Description

Argyreia cuneata (also called Elephant Creeper, among many other common names) is a perennial vine with heart-shaped leaves and white, trumpet-shaped flowers. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argyreia cuneata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover, as a border plant, and in containers. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argyreia cuneata has white, funnel-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argyreia cuneata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Argyreia cuneata

Argyreia cuneata can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Argyreia cuneata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argyreia cuneata?

Argyreia cuneata

What are the common names of Argyreia cuneata?

Elephant Creeper, Woolly Morning Glory

What is the natural habitat of Argyreia cuneata?

Tropical forests, scrublands, and wastelands

Species in the Argyreia genus

Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi, Argyreia maymyensis, Argyreia mekongensis, Argyreia micrantha, Argyreia nellygherya,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,