Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
cordillerae
ID:
1412161

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood & Scotland

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 72(1)-9: 11. 2017 [24 Mar 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424626



Common Names

  • Ipomoea cordillerae
  • Cordillerae's Ipomoea
  • Cordillerae Ipomoea


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Description

Ipomoea cordillerae (also called Cordillerae, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins. Its white flowers are small and fragrant. It grows in moist, humid forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea cordillerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomoea cordillerae has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small with thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea cordillerae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Divisions can be taken in spring or autumn and should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Ipomoea cordillerae

Ipomoea cordillerae is native to the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Ipomoea cordillerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea cordillerae?

Ipomoea cordillerae

What is the common name of Ipomoea cordillerae?

Ipomoea

Where is Ipomoea cordillerae found?

Ipomoea cordillerae is found in the tropical forests of 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

John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
Robert W. Scotland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scotland' in the authors string.