Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
laeta
ID:
1299121

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
tro

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 22: 439 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298459



Common Names

  • Laeta Morning Glory
  • Laeta Ipomoea
  • Laeta Bindweed


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Description

Ipomoea laeta (also called 'Showy Morning Glory', among many other common names) is a perennial vine with heart-shaped leaves and funnel-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink to purple. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas and is found in many habitats, including disturbed areas, roadsides, and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea laeta is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a climber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ipomoea laeta is a white funnel-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea laeta can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ipomoea laeta

Ipomoea laeta is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Ipomoea laeta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea laeta?

Ipomoea laeta

What is the common name of Ipomoea laeta?

Laeta morning glory

What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea laeta?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

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-8502139: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.