Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
clemensiana
ID:
1274906

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ooststr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Blumea 3: 350 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274244



Common Names

  • Merremia Clemensiana
  • Clemens' Merremia
  • Clemens' Wood-Vine


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Description

Merremia clemensiana (also called Clemens' morning glory, among many other common names) is an annual vine with large, heart-shaped leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Merremia clemensiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Merremia clemensiana has white, funnel-shaped flowers with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons and the first true leaves are ovate-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merremia clemensiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. Plant in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Merremia clemensiana

Merremia clemensiana is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Merremia clemensiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merremia clemensiana?

Merremia clemensiana

What is the common name of Merremia clemensiana?

Clemens' Merremia

What type of plant is Merremia clemensiana?

Vine

Species in the Merremia genus

Merremia poranoides, Merremia calycina, Merremia candei, Merremia warderensis, Merremia aniseiifolia, Merremia calyculata, Merremia crassinervia, Merremia dichotoma, Merremia ellenbeckii, Merremia gallabatensis, Merremia gregorii, Merremia hornbyi, Merremia incisa, Merremia porrecta, Merremia setisepala, Merremia spongiosa, Merremia steenisii, Merremia truncata, Merremia xanthophylla, Merremia pavonii, Merremia obtusa, Merremia verdcourtiana, Merremia retusa, Merremia rajasthanensis, Merremia gracilis, Merremia caloxantha, Merremia wurdackii, Merremia platyphylla, Merremia eberhardtii, Merremia subsessilis, Merremia tonkinensis, Merremia clemensiana, Merremia dissecta, Merremia emarginata, Merremia hederacea, Merremia aegyptia, Merremia umbellata, Merremia malvifolia, Merremia palmata, Merremia pterygocaulos, Merremia verecunda, Merremia discoidesperma, Merremia gorinii, Merremia hemmingiana, Merremia gemella, Merremia hainanensis, Merremia sibirica, Merremia hirta, Merremia yunnanensis, Merremia cordata,

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,