Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
cairica
ID:
1298816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Sweet

Source:
tro

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. [Sweet] 287. 1826 [Sep-Oct 1826]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298154



Common Names

  • Cairo Ipomoea
  • Cairo Ipomoeas
  • Cairo Ipomoeas


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Description

Ipomoea cairica (also called Cairica Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a twining vine that grows in sunny, moist areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea cairica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ipomoea cairica var. cairica
Ipomoea cairica var. gracillima (Collett & Hemsl.) C.Y.Wu
Ipomoea cairica var. indica Hallier f.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomoea cairica has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea cairica can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny area with temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Ipomoea cairica

Ipomoea cairica is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Ipomoea cairica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea cairica?

Ipomoea cairica

What is the common name of Ipomoea cairica?

Cairo Morning Glory

What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea cairica?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8501793: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.