Morning Glory

Ipomoea purpurea

Morning Glory flowers are beautiful and colorful blooms that open in the morning and close in the afternoon. They come in shades of blue, purple, pink, and white, adding a touch of magic to gardens.

Habitat: Gardens

Appearance

The Morning Glory is a beautiful climbing vine known for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers. These delicate blooms often appear in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white, sometimes with striking star-like patterns. Its large, heart-shaped leaves provide a lush green backdrop.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderSolanalesFamilyConvolvulaceaeGenusIpomoea

Morning Glory

Interesting facts

Some Morning Glories can change their flower color depending on the soil's acidity!

Sweet potatoes are actually related to the Morning Glory flower!

The seeds of some Morning Glory species were once used in ancient rituals!

Their flowers close up tight in the afternoon, like going to sleep!

Special abilities

Morning Glory has strong, twining stems that can coil around structures, helping it climb high to reach more sunlight.

Morning Glory can grow very quickly from seed, allowing it to rapidly establish itself and compete for resources.

Morning Glory flowers open only in the morning sun, helping them attract pollinators when they are most active.

Measurements & details

Height: 100-300 cm
Spread: 50-150 cm
Flower Size: 5-10 cm
Bloom Season: Summer to fall
Edible: No
Toxicity: Mild
Lifecycle: Annual
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

gathers nectar and pollen

eaten by

Tobacco Hornworm

Manduca sexta

caterpillars munch on leaves

pollinates

Clouded Sulphur Butterfly

Colias philodice

sips nectar from flowers

Traits

Climbing/Vine

Climbing or vine plants are characterized by a growth habit that allows them to ascend upwards by twining, tendrils, or adhesive roots.

Flowering

Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.

Ornamental

Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.