Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
microsepala
ID:
1298650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur : 136 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297988



Common Names

  • Small-sepal Morning-glory
  • Small-sepal Bindweed
  • Small-sepal Ipomoea


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Description

Ipomoea microsepala (also called 'Small-Sepaled Morning Glory', among many other common names) is a perennial, twining vine with heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions, and is found in forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea microsepala is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and lawns, as it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It is also used as a ground cover in hanging baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomoea microsepala has white flowers with five petals, and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea microsepala can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ipomoea microsepala

Ipomoea microsepala is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Ipomoea microsepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea microsepala?

Ipomoea microsepala

What is the common name of Ipomoea microsepala?

Microsepala Morning Glory

What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea microsepala?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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,

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