Status:
valid
Authors:
Lejoly & Lisowski
Source:
ipni
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 56: 376 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157653
Common Names
- Robynsiana Morning-glory
- Robynsiana Ipomoea
- Robynsiana
Description
Ipomoea robynsiana (also called Robyns' Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Ipomoea robynsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make rope, mats, and baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ipomoea robynsiana are white or pink in color, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ipomoea robynsiana is a perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and sheltered from direct sunlight.
Where to Find Ipomoea robynsiana
Ipomoea robynsiana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the wild in parts of Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.
Ipomoea robynsiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ipomoea robynsiana?
Ipomoea robynsiana
What is the family of Ipomoea robynsiana?
Convolvulaceae
What is the common name of Ipomoea robynsiana?
Robyns' morning-glory
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,