Ipomoea sororia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sororia
ID:
1265031
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.F.Austin & J.L.Tapia
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Sida 19: 807 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264369
Common Names
- Ipomoea Sororia
- Sororia Ipomoea
- Sororia Morning Glory
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ipomoea sororia (also called Sororia morning glory, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central America and Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 m tall. It grows in tropical moist forests, tropical dry forests and tropical wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ipomoea sororia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ipomoea sororia is white in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ipomoea sororia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 4 feet. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Ipomoea sororia
Ipomoea sororia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Ipomoea sororia FAQ
How does Ipomoea sororia reproduce?
Ipomoea sororia reproduces by producing seeds which are dispersed by wind.
What is the optimal temperature for Ipomoea sororia?
The optimal temperature for Ipomoea sororia is between 20-30°C.
What is the natural habitat of Ipomoea sororia?
The natural habitat of Ipomoea sororia is dry, rocky areas.
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-50212383: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Frank Austin (1943-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Austin' in the authors string.
José Luis Tapia: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Tapia' in the authors string.