Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
darainensis
ID:
913686

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deroin, Ranir. & Nusb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Candollea 63: 236 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913021



Common Names

  • Ipomoea darainensis
  • Ipomoea
  • Darainensis


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Description

Ipomoea darainensis (also called Darai Morning Glory, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine native to India. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and grows to a height of around 10 feet. It produces large, pink flowers in the summer. Ipomoea darainensis prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea darainensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ipomoea darainensis is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, round, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are light green with a white or yellowish-white flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea darainensis is a tropical plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division.

Where to Find Ipomoea darainensis

Ipomoea darainensis can be found in the wild in India.

Ipomoea darainensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea darainensis?

Ipomoea darainensis

What is the common name of Ipomoea darainensis?

Darai Ipomoea

What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea darainensis?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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

Louis Paul Gustave Alvin Nusbaumer (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nusb.' in the authors string.
Thierry Deroin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deroin' in the authors string.
Patrick Ranirison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranir.' in the authors string.