Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
tiliifolia
ID:
1299269

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Verdc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 27: 293 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298607



Common Names

  • Tiliifolia Rapona
  • Tiliifolia Morning Glory
  • Tiliifolia Ipomoea


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Description

Rapona tiliifolia (also called Tilia-leaved Rapona, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Convolvulaceae family. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is an herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rapona tiliifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rapona tiliifolia has white, funnel-shaped flowers with a yellow throat and a long, slender corolla tube. The seeds are small, black, and flattened. The seedlings are dark green, with a long, narrow cotyledon and a short, upright hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rapona tiliifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Rapona tiliifolia

Rapona tiliifolia is native to Mexico and Central America.

Rapona tiliifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rapona tiliifolia?

Rapona tiliifolia

What is the common name of Rapona tiliifolia?

Tilia-leaved Morning Glory

What is the natural habitat of Rapona tiliifolia?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Rapona genus

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-8502310: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.