Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
1224850

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 4: 419 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001224188



Common Names

  • Costata Ipomoea
  • Costata Morning Glory
  • Costata's Ipomoea


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Description

Ipomoea costata (also called Costate Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and is found in open forests, thickets, and grasslands. It is a climbing vine with large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea costata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin problems and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ipomoea costata are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea costata is a perennial climber that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.

Where to Find Ipomoea costata

Ipomoea costata is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and pastures.

Ipomoea costata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea costata?

Ipomoea costata

What is the common name of Ipomoea costata?

Costate morning glory

Where is Ipomoea costata native to?

Southwestern United States

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:268701-1: Based on the initial data import