Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
decipiens
ID:
155806

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ooststr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 33: 216 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155135



Common Names

  • Jacquemontia Decipiens
  • Decipiens Skyflower
  • Decipiens Vine


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Description

Jacquemontia decipiens (also called Decipiens Vine, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It is a twining vine with white or pink flowers and heart-shaped leaves. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Jacquemontia decipiens is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to create ground cover and provide shade. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with limited water resources.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacquemontia decipiens has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacquemontia decipiens is a perennial climber that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It can be propagated by division or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Where to Find Jacquemontia decipiens

Jacquemontia decipiens is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical rainforest and cloud forest habitats.

Jacquemontia decipiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacquemontia decipiens?

Jacquemontia decipiens

What are the common names of Jacquemontia decipiens?

Decipiens morning glory, Decipiens bindweed

What is the natural habitat of Jacquemontia decipiens?

It is native to South America

Species in the Jacquemontia genus

Jacquemontia cearensis, Jacquemontia cephalantha, Jacquemontia cuyabana, Jacquemontia decipiens, Jacquemontia densifolia, Jacquemontia itatiayensis, Jacquemontia velloziana, Jacquemontia villosissima, Jacquemontia acrocephala, Jacquemontia browniana, Jacquemontia pannosa, Jacquemontia pentantha, Jacquemontia tomentella, Jacquemontia warmingii, Jacquemontia ochracea, Jacquemontia chrysanthera, Jacquemontia estrellensis, Jacquemontia cataractae, Jacquemontia ekmanii, Jacquemontia nipensis, Jacquemontia serpyllifolia, Jacquemontia tuerckheimii, Jacquemontia guyanensis, Jacquemontia revoluta, Jacquemontia obcordata, Jacquemontia albida, Jacquemontia pringlei, Jacquemontia abutiloides, Jacquemontia heterantha, Jacquemontia solanifolia, Jacquemontia sandwicensis, Jacquemontia linoides, Jacquemontia smithii, Jacquemontia pycnocephala, Jacquemontia spherocephala, Jacquemontia holosericea, Jacquemontia eastwoodiana, Jacquemontia paraguayensis, Jacquemontia anomala, Jacquemontia heterotricha, Jacquemontia rojasiana, Jacquemontia glaucescens, Jacquemontia lasioclados, Jacquemontia subsessilis, Jacquemontia velutina, Jacquemontia pentanthos, Jacquemontia acuminata, Jacquemontia asarifolia, Jacquemontia bracteosa, Jacquemontia capitellata,

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,