Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
brownei
ID:
157270

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roem. & Schult.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 4: 252 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156599

Common Names

  • Brown's Morning-glory
  • Brown's Ipomoea
  • Brownei Morning-glory

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Description

Ipomoea brownei (also called Brown's morning glory, among many other common names) is an annual vine with heart-shaped leaves and funnel-shaped, pink flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea brownei is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ipomoea brownei is a funnel-shaped, white to pinkish-white, with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round, flattened, and smooth. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea brownei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Ipomoea brownei

Ipomoea brownei is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in open, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Ipomoea brownei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea brownei?

Ipomoea brownei

What is the common name of Ipomoea brownei?

Brown's Morning Glory

What type of plant is Ipomoea brownei?

Ipomoea brownei is a vine.

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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:268540-1: Based on the initial data import