Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
polycephala
ID:
1299391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hallier f.) Verdc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 197 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298729



Common Names

  • Astripomoea
  • Many-Headed Astripomoea
  • Astripomoea Polycephala


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Description

Astripomoea polycephala (also called Many-headed Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the morning glory family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in a wide variety of habitats, such as disturbed areas, open woodlands, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Astripomoea polycephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astripomoea polycephala has a white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astripomoea polycephala is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Astripomoea polycephala

Astripomoea polycephala can be found in Madagascar.

Astripomoea polycephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astripomoea polycephala?

Astripomoea polycephala

What are the common names of Astripomoea polycephala?

Polycephalous morning glory, Polycephalous ipomoea, and Polycephalous vine

What are the uses of Astripomoea polycephala?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source

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,

References

Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Johannes Gottfried Hallier (1868-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hallier f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:265314-1: Based on the initial data import