Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
patens
ID:
1297946

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desr.) Myint

Source:
tro

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 18: 110 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297284

Common Names

  • Patens Stylisma
  • Patens Morning Glory
  • Patens Ipomoea

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Description

Stylisma patens (also called spreading stylisma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is an annual herb with trailing stems and small white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stylisma patens is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stylisma patens sub. angustifolia (Nash) Myint
Stylisma patens sub. patens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stylisma patens has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are thin and have a long, pointed cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylisma patens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted. Once established, Stylisma patens should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Stylisma patens

Stylisma patens is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Stylisma patens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylisma patens?

Stylisma patens

What is the common name of Stylisma patens?

Spreading stylisma

Where is Stylisma patens native to?

North America

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-8500769: Based on the initial data import
Joseph-Auguste Desrousseaux (1753-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desr.' in the authors string.
Tin Myint (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Myint' in the authors string.