Ipomoea estrellensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
estrellensis
ID:
1297589
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hassl. ex O'Donell
Source:
tro
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Arq. Mus. Paranaense 9: 220 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296927
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ipomoea estrellensis (also called Estrella 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 estrellensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a cover crop to reduce soil erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ipomoea estrellensis is a white, funnel-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ipomoea estrellensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Ipomoea estrellensis
Ipomoea estrellensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in open, sunny areas, such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Ipomoea estrellensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ipomoea estrellensis?
Ipomoea estrellensis
What is the common name of Ipomoea estrellensis?
Estrella morning-glory
What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea estrellensis?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8500350: Based on the initial data import
Emil Hassler (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassl.' in the authors string.
Carlos Alberto O’Donell (1912-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Donell' in the authors string.