Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
calyptrata
ID:
1297555

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dammer

Source:
tro

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 57: 40 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296893



Common Names

  • Ipomoea calyptrata
  • Calyptrata Ipomoea
  • Calyptrata


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Description

Ipomoea calyptrata (also called calyptrata morning glory, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous vine with large, showy flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in open, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea calyptrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomoea calyptrata has white or pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea calyptrata is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It is a fast-growing climber with twining stems and heart-shaped leaves. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-draining soil. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a potting mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Ipomoea calyptrata

Ipomoea calyptrata is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Ipomoea calyptrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea calyptrata?

Ipomoea calyptrata

What is the common name of Ipomoea calyptrata?

Winged morning-glory

What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea calyptrata?

It is native to western North America from British Columbia to California.

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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