Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
158330

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.J.F.Campb. & Argent

Source:
ipni

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 45: 345 (1988 publ. 1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157659



Common Names

  • Gracilis Morning-glory
  • Gracilis Merremia
  • Gracilis


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Description

Merremia gracilis (also called Slender Merremia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It has long, thin leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical habitats, such as forests and gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Merremia gracilis 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 Merremia gracilis are small and white. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merremia gracilis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Merremia gracilis

Merremia gracilis is native to India and can be found in the wild in parts of Rajasthan.

Merremia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merremia gracilis?

Merremia gracilis

What is the common name of Merremia gracilis?

Graceful Merremia

What type of plant is Merremia gracilis?

Climbing 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,

References

Elaine Jean Foulds Campbell (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.J.F.Campb.' in the authors string.
Graham Charles George Argent (1941-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Argent' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:936726-1: Based on the initial data import