Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
1299585

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Milne) Mabb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Taxon 29(5-6): 606. 1980 [1 Nov 1980]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298923

Common Names

  • Scandens Bindweed
  • Scandens Morning Glory
  • Scandens Hewittia

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Description

Hewittia scandens (also called Climbing Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to China, India, and Nepal, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in open grasslands, scrub, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hewittia scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hewittia scandens has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hewittia scandens is a perennial climber that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Hewittia scandens

Hewittia scandens is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Hewittia scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hewittia scandens?

Hewittia scandens

What is the common name of Hewittia scandens?

Climbing Hempweed

Where is Hewittia scandens native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Hewittia genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8502740: Based on the initial data import
David Mabberley (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mabb.' in the authors string.
Colin Milne (1743-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Milne' in the authors string.