Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
hemmingiana
ID:
1299379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Verdc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 13: 187 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298717



Common Names

  • Merremia
  • Hemming's Merremia
  • Merremia Hemmingiana


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Description

Merremia hemmingiana (also called Hemming's Merremia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the morning glory family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in a wide variety of habitats, such as disturbed areas, open woodlands, grasslands, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Merremia hemmingiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Merremia hemmingiana has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merremia hemmingiana is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Merremia hemmingiana requires little maintenance and can be grown in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Merremia hemmingiana

Merremia hemmingiana can be found in South Africa, Swaziland, and Mozambique.

Merremia hemmingiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merremia hemmingiana?

Merremia hemmingiana

What are the common names of Merremia hemmingiana?

Hemming's morning glory, Hemming's ipomoea, and Hemming's vine

What are the uses of Merremia hemmingiana?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source

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,

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