Status:
valid
Authors:
Roem. & Schult.
Source:
tro
Year:
1819
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 4: 249 (1819)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296678
Common Names
- Ipomoea staphylina
- Staphylina Morning Glory
- Staphylina Ipomoea
Description
Ipomoea staphylina (also called Staphylea Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a perennial vine with heart-shaped leaves and funnel-shaped flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in moist woodlands and along streams and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ipomoea staphylina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments. It is also used as a groundcover and as a cover for fences and walls.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ipomoea staphylina is a funnel-shaped, white or pink flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ipomoea staphylina is a tropical, perennial vine that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can reach up to 10 meters in height and has heart-shaped leaves. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken from the stem tips and planted in a warm, sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Ipomoea staphylina
Ipomoea staphylina is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in open, sunny areas, such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Ipomoea staphylina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ipomoea staphylina?
Ipomoea staphylina
What is the common name of Ipomoea staphylina?
Grape-leaved Ipomoea
What type of plant is Ipomoea staphylina?
Perennial herb
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,