Merremia yunnanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
1299702
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Courchet & Gagnep.) R.C.Fang
Source:
tro
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 64(1): 74 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001299040
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Merremia yunnanensis (also called Yunnan Woodrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to China, India, and Nepal, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in open grasslands, scrub, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Merremia yunnanensis is used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Merremia yunnanensis var. yunnanensisMerremia yunnanensis var. glabrescens (C.Y.Wu) R.C.Fang
Merremia yunnanensis var. pallescens (C.Y.Wu) R.C.Fang
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Merremia yunnanensis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Merremia yunnanensis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Merremia yunnanensis
Merremia yunnanensis is native to China, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Merremia yunnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Merremia yunnanensis?
Merremia yunnanensis
What are the common names of Merremia yunnanensis?
Yunnan morning glory, Yunnan morning-glory
What is the natural habitat of Merremia yunnanensis?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including China, India, Indonesia, and Thailand
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8502875: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Lucien Désiré Joseph Courchet (1851-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Courchet' in the authors string.
Rhui Cheng Fang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Fang' in the authors string.