Common Morning Glory
Ipomoea purpurea
NEMBA: Category 1b
English: Common Morning Glory, Purple Morning Glory
Afrikaans: Gewone Purperwinde
Xhosa: imotyikatsana
Zulu: ibhoqo; ijalamu; ubatata wentaba
Ipomoea purpurea, commonly known as the Common Morning Glory or Purple Morning Glory, is a vigorous climbing vine that can grow several meters long. It is characterised by its heart-shaped leaves and showy funnel-shaped flowers that range from purple to pink, blue, or white. The flowers typically open in the morning and close by afternoon, blooming throughout the warm season.
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Origins: Mexico and Central America
Overall Appearance: A vigorous, climbing, herbaceous vine that can climb to 3-5 meters high and spread rapidly and cover large areas.
Leaves: Heart-shaped, alternate leaves with pointed tips.
Flowers: Showy, trumpet-shaped flowers, typically purple, but also come in white, pink, red, and other colors from summer to autumn.
Fruits: Spherical, dry capsules containing 2-4 black seeds.
Seeds: Black, round seeds.
Soil Type: Tolerates a wide range of soil types.
Aspect: Full sun to partial shade.
Poisonous Parts: The seeds contain alkaloids and can be toxic if ingested causing mild to moderate toxicity in humans and animals.
Provinces Affected: Widespread in South Africa, often found in disturbed areas, along roadsides, and in gardens.
Friendly alternatives:
Dune Nightshade
Solanum africanum
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Plant type:
Climber
Plant family:
Convolvulaceae (twining) - Order: Solanales