Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
arenarius
ID:
1326410

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.T.Harms

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2014-20: 1 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338864



Common Names

  • Arenarius Evolvulus
  • Arenarius Dwarf Morning-Glory
  • Arenarius Evolvulus Morning-Glory


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Description

Evolvulus arenarius (also called Evolvulus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is an herbaceous annual, growing in dry, sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Evolvulus arenarius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Evolvulus arenarius has small white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Evolvulus arenarius is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Evolvulus arenarius

Evolvulus arenarius is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from the United States to Argentina.

Evolvulus arenarius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Evolvulus arenarius?

Evolvulus arenarius

What is the common name of Evolvulus arenarius?

Sand Evolvulus

What is the natural habitat of Evolvulus arenarius?

Evolvulus arenarius is native to Ecuador

Species in the Evolvulus genus

Evolvulus elegans, Evolvulus arenicola, Evolvulus lagopodioides, Evolvulus boliviensis, Evolvulus corumbaensis, Evolvulus linoides, Evolvulus choapanus, Evolvulus serpylloides, Evolvulus pusillus, Evolvulus cordatus, Evolvulus hallierii, Evolvulus minimus, Evolvulus siliceus, Evolvulus chrysotrichos, Evolvulus prostratus, Evolvulus riedelii, Evolvulus macroblepharis, Evolvulus cressoides, Evolvulus arbuscula, Evolvulus squamosus, Evolvulus passerinoides, Evolvulus jacobinus, Evolvulus maximiliani, Evolvulus diosmoides, Evolvulus phyllanthoides, Evolvulus alopecuroides, Evolvulus lithospermoides, Evolvulus kramerioides, Evolvulus comosus, Evolvulus helichrysoides, Evolvulus chapadensis, Evolvulus brevifolius, Evolvulus lagopus, Evolvulus niveus, Evolvulus helianthemifolius, Evolvulus alsinoides, Evolvulus anagalloides, Evolvulus arizonicus, Evolvulus aurigenius, Evolvulus barbatus, Evolvulus bogotensis, Evolvulus bracei, Evolvulus chamaepitys, Evolvulus daphnoides, Evolvulus elaeagnifolius, Evolvulus ericifolius, Evolvulus fieldii, Evolvulus filipes, Evolvulus flexuosus, Evolvulus frankenioides,

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

Robert T. Harms: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.T.Harms' in the authors string.