Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
1299555

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
tro

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Icon. 5: 51 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298893



Common Names

  • Bracteata Bindweed
  • Bracteata Morning Glory
  • Bracteata Ipomoea


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Description

Ipomoea bracteata (also called Ipomoea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It has a twining stem with alternate, ovate leaves and funnel-shaped, white flowers. It is found in open, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ipomoea bracteata var. bracteata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ipomoea bracteata are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea bracteata is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a pot of moist soil. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny position and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ipomoea bracteata

Ipomoea bracteata is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Ipomoea bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea bracteata?

Ipomoea bracteata

What is the common name of Ipomoea bracteata?

Bracted Morning Glory

Where is Ipomoea bracteata native to?

Central and 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,

References