Ipomoea purpurea aka Morning Glory
Taxonomy
Ipomoea purpurea, commonly known as the tall morning-glory or purple morning glory, is a species in the Ipomoea genus. It is native to Mexico and Central America. This short-lived perennial twining climber can reach a height of 5m, although it is typically grown as an annual. The leaves are heart-shaped or three-lobed, while the stems are covered in brown hairs. From summer to early autumn, the plant produces funnel-shaped flowers that are 3-6cm in diameter. These vibrant flowers have deep purple petals with purple-flushed white throats. Similar to other morning glories, Ipomoea purpurea has a climbing habit, entwining itself around structures and reaching heights of 2-3m. The trumpet-shaped flowers, predominantly blue to purple or white, add a splash of color to the surroundings and measure 3-6cm in diameter.
Common names
Morning Glory, Common Morning Glory, Tall Morning Glory, Australian Tree FernHow to care for Morning Glory
Difficulty
If you're looking for a plant that offers a moderate level of challenge, Morning Glory is a great choice to test your gardening skills.
Water
Morning Glory should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Morning Glory loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Lighting
Morning Glory requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Common Morning Glory is always in the right place to thrive.
Toxicity
Morning Glory is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.
Humidity
The Morning Glory does not need extra humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their root system, making soil watering the best way to provide humidity to your plants.
Region of origin
Morning Glory’s native range is Worldwide.
More info:
Wikipedia
More Species in Ipomoea Genus
Ipomoea aquatica Chinese Water Spinach
Ipomoea carnea Morning Glory
Ipomoea indica Blue Dawnflower
Ipomoea alba Moon Flower
Ipomoea costellata Crestrib Morning Glory
Ipomoea corymbosa Christmasvine
Ipomoea pes-tigridis Morningglory
Ipomoea capillacea Purple Morning Glory
Ipomoea bracteata Ipomoea Bracteata
