Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
garckeana
ID:
1299400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vatke

Source:
tro

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 43: 512 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298738



Common Names

  • Ipomoea
  • Garcke's Ipomoea
  • Ipomoea Garckeana


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Description

Ipomoea garckeana (also called Garcke's 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 garckeana is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that is often used as a ground cover or for erosion control. It has attractive, blue-green foliage and white flowers that bloom in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomoea garckeana 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 garckeana 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 garckeana

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

Ipomoea garckeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea garckeana?

Ipomoea garckeana

What are the common names of Ipomoea garckeana?

Garcke's morning glory, Garcke's ipomoea, and Garcke's vine

What are the uses of Ipomoea garckeana?

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,