Status:
valid
Authors:
Choisy
Source:
tro
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 8: 61 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298192
Common Names
- Rusty Jacquemontia
- Rusty Jacquemontias
- Rusty Jacquemontias
Description
Jacquemontia ferruginea (also called Rusty Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a twining vine that grows in sunny, moist areas, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Jacquemontia ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Jacquemontia ferruginea var. ambigua Meisn.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jacquemontia ferruginea is a funnel-shaped, white or pinkish-white corolla with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and a long, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jacquemontia ferruginea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept moist until they have taken root.
Where to Find Jacquemontia ferruginea
Jacquemontia ferruginea is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and woodlands.
Jacquemontia ferruginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jacquemontia ferruginea?
Jacquemontia ferruginea
What is the common name of Jacquemontia ferruginea?
Rusty Morning Glory
What is the natural habitat of Jacquemontia ferruginea?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Species in the Jacquemontia genus
Jacquemontia cearensis,
Jacquemontia cephalantha,
Jacquemontia cuyabana,
Jacquemontia decipiens,
Jacquemontia densifolia,
Jacquemontia itatiayensis,
Jacquemontia velloziana,
Jacquemontia villosissima,
Jacquemontia acrocephala,
Jacquemontia browniana,
Jacquemontia pannosa,
Jacquemontia pentantha,
Jacquemontia tomentella,
Jacquemontia warmingii,
Jacquemontia ochracea,
Jacquemontia chrysanthera,
Jacquemontia estrellensis,
Jacquemontia cataractae,
Jacquemontia ekmanii,
Jacquemontia nipensis,
Jacquemontia serpyllifolia,
Jacquemontia tuerckheimii,
Jacquemontia guyanensis,
Jacquemontia revoluta,
Jacquemontia obcordata,
Jacquemontia albida,
Jacquemontia pringlei,
Jacquemontia abutiloides,
Jacquemontia heterantha,
Jacquemontia solanifolia,
Jacquemontia sandwicensis,
Jacquemontia linoides,
Jacquemontia smithii,
Jacquemontia pycnocephala,
Jacquemontia spherocephala,
Jacquemontia holosericea,
Jacquemontia eastwoodiana,
Jacquemontia paraguayensis,
Jacquemontia anomala,
Jacquemontia heterotricha,
Jacquemontia rojasiana,
Jacquemontia glaucescens,
Jacquemontia lasioclados,
Jacquemontia subsessilis,
Jacquemontia velutina,
Jacquemontia pentanthos,
Jacquemontia acuminata,
Jacquemontia asarifolia,
Jacquemontia bracteosa,
Jacquemontia capitellata,
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,