Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
porrecta
ID:
157898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pilg.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 348 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157227



Common Names

  • Porrect Merremia
  • Climbing Merremia
  • Woodrose


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Description

Merremia porrecta (also called 'Porrect Woodrose', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous climber with yellow flowers. It is native to Africa and is found in open, disturbed areas. It has a twining stem and ovate leaves with entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Merremia porrecta is a species of flowering plant that is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Merremia porrecta is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merremia porrecta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Merremia porrecta

Merremia porrecta is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Merremia porrecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merremia porrecta?

Merremia porrecta

What are the common names of Merremia porrecta?

Prostrate Morning Glory, Prostrate Morning-glory

What is the natural habitat of Merremia porrecta?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea

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,