Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
crepidiformis
ID:
1299398

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hallier f.

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 18: 131 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298736



Common Names

  • Ipomoea
  • Crepidiformis Ipomoea
  • Ipomoea Crepidiformis


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Description

Ipomoea crepidiformis (also called Crepidiform Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the morning glory family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in a wide variety of habitats, such as disturbed areas, open woodlands, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea crepidiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ipomoea crepidiformis var. microcephala (Hallier f.) Verdc.
Ipomoea crepidiformis var. minor Rendle
Ipomoea crepidiformis var. crepidiformis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomoea crepidiformis has a white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea crepidiformis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Ipomoea crepidiformis

Ipomoea crepidiformis is native to Ethiopia, Somalia, and Yemen. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and can be grown in gardens.

Ipomoea crepidiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea crepidiformis?

Ipomoea crepidiformis

What are the common names of Ipomoea crepidiformis?

Crepidiform morning glory, Crepidiform ipomoea, and Crepidiform vine

What are the uses of Ipomoea crepidiformis?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source

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,