Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hallier f.) Thulin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 23: 638 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157592
Common Names
- Ipomoea Ovatolanceolata
- Ovate-Lanceolate Morning Glory
- Lanceleaf Morning Glory
Synonyms
- Ipomoea adenioides ovatolanceolata Hallier f. [unknown]
Description
Ipomoea ovatolanceolata (also called Ovate-Lanceolate Ipomoea, among many other common names) is a perennial climber with large, heart-shaped leaves and white, funnel-shaped flowers. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ipomoea ovatolanceolata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make rope and in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ipomoea ovatolanceolata has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and heart-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ipomoea ovatolanceolata is a perennial climber that can reach up to 4m in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have germinated. Once germinated, the seedlings can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Ipomoea ovatolanceolata
Ipomoea ovatolanceolata is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, tropical forests and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Ipomoea ovatolanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ipomoea ovatolanceolata?
Ipomoea ovatolanceolata
What is the common name of Ipomoea ovatolanceolata?
Ovatolanceolate morning glory
What is the family of Ipomoea ovatolanceolata?
Convolvulaceae
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,