Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
beninensis
ID:
158253

Status:
valid

Authors:
Akoègn., Lisowski & Sinsin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 74: 337 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157582



Common Names

  • Benin Morning Glory
  • Ipomoea Beninensis
  • Benin Glory Vine


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Description

Ipomoea beninensis (also called 'Benin Morning-Glory', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous climber with white or pink flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in open, disturbed areas. It has a twining stem and ovate leaves with entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea beninensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover in areas with dry, sandy soil. The plant produces small, blue flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomoea beninensis has white, trumpet-shaped flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, slender stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea beninensis is a perennial, evergreen vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Ipomoea beninensis requires minimal care and can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates.

Where to Find Ipomoea beninensis

Ipomoea beninensis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of West Africa, including Benin, Nigeria, and Ghana.

Ipomoea beninensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea beninensis?

Ipomoea beninensis

What is the common name of Ipomoea beninensis?

Benin morning glory

What is the family of Ipomoea beninensis?

Convolvulaceae

Species in the Ipomoea genus

Ipomoea ugborea, Ipomoea katangensis, Ipomoea calobra, Ipomoea eggersiana, Ipomoea geophilifolia, Ipomoea lozani, Ipomoea steeri, Ipomoea abrupta, Ipomoea graminea, Ipomoea hastifolia, Ipomoea velutina, Ipomoea antonschmidii, Ipomoea anemophoba, Ipomoea arenicola, Ipomoea argyrophylla, Ipomoea asclepiadea, Ipomoea asterophora, Ipomoea atacorensis, Ipomoea bakeri, Ipomoea brownei, Ipomoea caloneura, Ipomoea cambodiensis, Ipomoea chrysosperma, Ipomoea citrina, Ipomoea clarkei, Ipomoea convolvulifolia, Ipomoea curtipes, Ipomoea decaisnei, Ipomoea delpierrei, Ipomoea diantha, Ipomoea edithae, Ipomoea ephemera, Ipomoea erioleuca, Ipomoea eurysepala, Ipomoea fanshawei, Ipomoea galaclorrhoea, Ipomoea heterosepala, Ipomoea humidicola, Ipomoea jucunda, Ipomoea kassneri, Ipomoea langsdorffii, Ipomoea lepidophora, Ipomoea livescens, Ipomoea milnei, Ipomoea nephrosepala, Ipomoea nyctaginea, Ipomoea paranaensis, Ipomoea paulitschkei, Ipomoea polhillii, Ipomoea polyrrhizos,

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

Stanisław Lisowski (1924-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lisowski' in the authors string.
Akpovi Akoègninou (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Akoègn.' in the authors string.
Brice Sinsin (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sinsin' in the authors string.