Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.I.Wood & Scotland
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(3)-31: 67 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342905
Common Names
- Granitic Morning-glory
- Granitic Ipomoea
- Ipomoea graniticola
Description
Ipomoea graniticola (also called Ipomoea graniticola, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has large, glossy leaves with white and pink flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in rocky, dry areas and is often found in deserts and along mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Ipomoea graniticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ipomoea graniticola is a white, funnel-shaped corolla with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ipomoea graniticola is a perennial climber that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ipomoea graniticola
Ipomoea graniticola is found in the dry forests of the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico.
Ipomoea graniticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ipomoea graniticola?
Ipomoea graniticola
What is the common name of Ipomoea graniticola?
Granite-dwelling morning glory
Where is Ipomoea graniticola found?
Ipomoea graniticola is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Species in the Ipomoea genus
Ipomoea ugborea,
Ipomoea katangensis,
Ipomoea calobra,
Ipomoea eggersiana,
Ipomoea geophilifolia,
Ipomoea lozani,
Ipomoea steeri,
Ipomoea abrupta,
Ipomoea graminea,
Ipomoea hastifolia,
Ipomoea velutina,
Ipomoea antonschmidii,
Ipomoea anemophoba,
Ipomoea arenicola,
Ipomoea argyrophylla,
Ipomoea asclepiadea,
Ipomoea asterophora,
Ipomoea atacorensis,
Ipomoea bakeri,
Ipomoea brownei,
Ipomoea caloneura,
Ipomoea cambodiensis,
Ipomoea chrysosperma,
Ipomoea citrina,
Ipomoea clarkei,
Ipomoea convolvulifolia,
Ipomoea curtipes,
Ipomoea decaisnei,
Ipomoea delpierrei,
Ipomoea diantha,
Ipomoea edithae,
Ipomoea ephemera,
Ipomoea erioleuca,
Ipomoea eurysepala,
Ipomoea fanshawei,
Ipomoea galaclorrhoea,
Ipomoea heterosepala,
Ipomoea humidicola,
Ipomoea jucunda,
Ipomoea kassneri,
Ipomoea langsdorffii,
Ipomoea lepidophora,
Ipomoea livescens,
Ipomoea milnei,
Ipomoea nephrosepala,
Ipomoea nyctaginea,
Ipomoea paranaensis,
Ipomoea paulitschkei,
Ipomoea polhillii,
Ipomoea polyrrhizos,
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
Robert W. Scotland: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scotland' in the authors string.