Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
wendtii
ID:
1287400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Henrickson

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Aliso 11: 589 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286738

Common Names

  • Wendtii Ipomopsis
  • Ipomopsis Wendtii
  • Wendtii Ipomopsis Plant

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Description

Ipomopsis wendtii (also called Wendt's Ipomopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with blue-violet, tubular flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomopsis wendtii is a vine that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It has a twining habit and produces pink flowers in the summer. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomopsis wendtii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and the seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomopsis wendtii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub. It is propagated by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil. Layering should be done in the spring or summer. The layered stem should be covered with soil and kept moist until it has rooted.

Where to Find Ipomopsis wendtii

Ipomopsis wendtii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Puebla.

Ipomopsis wendtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomopsis wendtii?

Ipomopsis wendtii

What is the common name of Ipomopsis wendtii?

Wendt's Ipomopsis

What is the natural habitat of Ipomopsis wendtii?

It is native to the US states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

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