Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
blepharophylla
ID:
1298524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hallier f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 18: 125 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297862



Common Names

  • Blepharophylla Ipomoea
  • Blepharophylla Vine
  • Blepharophylla Winged Ipomoea


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Description

Ipomoea blepharophylla (also called Eyelash Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous vine native to Central and South America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white or pink flowers with yellow centers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in open woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea blepharophylla is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ipomoea blepharophylla is white and has five petals. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea blepharophylla can be propagated via seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in bright, indirect light. Cuttings should be taken from a healthy plant and placed in a potting mix with adequate drainage. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ipomoea blepharophylla

Ipomoea blepharophylla is native to South America and can be found in moist, open habitats such as along riverbanks and in disturbed areas.

Ipomoea blepharophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea blepharophylla?

Ipomoea blepharophylla

What is the common name of Ipomoea blepharophylla?

Eyelash-leaf Morning-glory

Where is Ipomoea blepharophylla native to?

South America

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,

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