Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
1298120

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
tro

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 160 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297458

Common Names

  • Ipomoea
  • Scarlet Morning-Glory
  • Tall Morning-Glory

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Description

Ipomoea coccinea (also called scarlet morning glory, among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has heart-shaped leaves and large, funnel-shaped flowers that are usually red or orange. It is found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomoea coccinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ipomoea coccinea is a white funnel-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomoea coccinea is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every 3-4 weeks.

Where to Find Ipomoea coccinea

Ipomoea coccinea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Ipomoea coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomoea coccinea?

Ipomoea coccinea

What is the common name of Ipomoea coccinea?

Scarlet Morning-glory

What is the family of Ipomoea coccinea?

Convolvulaceae

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,