Morning glory

Morning Glory is a common name for over 1,000 species of flowering plants in the family Convolvulaceae, whose current taxonomy and systematics are in flux. Morning glory species belong to many genera, some of which are:

• Astripomoea
• Calystegia
• Convolvulus
• Ipomoea
• Merremia
• Rivea
• Operculina

Description

Morning glories are annual or perennial herbs or shrubs, usually with hairy or indumented twining stems. The leaves are alternate and large, with lobed or entire margins. The flowers are trumpet-shaped, predominantly blue to purple or white, and may be solitary or clustered.

Cultivation and uses

Many morning glory species are cultivated for their attractive flowers. Some species, such as Ipomoea tricolor, have been used in traditional medicine and in shamanistic rituals.

Invasive species

Some species of morning glories, such as Ipomoea aquatica, are considered invasive species in certain parts of the world, where they can outcompete native plants and disrupt ecosystems.

Toxicity

Some morning glory plants contain toxic compounds such as ergoline alkaloids, which can be harmful if ingested.

See also

• List of invasive plant species
• List of poisonous plants

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