Tall Morning-Glory
(Ipomoea purpurea)
Tall Morning-Glory (Ipomoea purpurea)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Ipomoea purpurea, commonly known as Tall Morning-Glory, is an annual vine or herb that is semi-evergreen or deciduous, depending on the climate. It is native to open woodlands, forest edges, and grasslands in Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America. This species is well-adapted to a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, which contributes to its potential invasiveness outside its native range. Tall Morning-Glory can reach a height of 2–3 m (6 ft 7 in – 9 ft 10 in) and is known for its climbing habit, using structures or other plants for support. The leaves are heart-shaped, and the stems are covered with brown hairs, giving the plant a distinctive texture. The flowers are showy and trumpet-shaped, predominantly blue to purple or white, and 3–6 cm (1.2–2.4 in) in diameter, blooming from early summer to the first frost.
The plant is valued for its rapid growth and vibrant flowers, making it a popular choice for trellises, arbors, and fences in gardens. It is also used to quickly cover unsightly areas. Tall Morning-Glory thrives in full sun, requiring medium amounts of water and adaptable to various soil types with slow, medium, or fast drainage. While it is easy to grow and maintain, gardeners should be cautious of its invasive potential, particularly in the United States, and check local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
The plant is valued for its rapid growth and vibrant flowers, making it a popular choice for trellises, arbors, and fences in gardens. It is also used to quickly cover unsightly areas. Tall Morning-Glory thrives in full sun, requiring medium amounts of water and adaptable to various soil types with slow, medium, or fast drainage. While it is easy to grow and maintain, gardeners should be cautious of its invasive potential, particularly in the United States, and check local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Vine, Herb
- Height: 6-10 feet
- Width: 3-6 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: Blue, Pink, Purple, Red, White
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands, forest edges, and grasslands
Other Names
Common Names: Common Morning Glory, Tall Morning Glory, Common Morning-Glory, Common Morningglory, Tall Morningglory, Purperwinde, Purpurne Prunkwinde, Purpur-Prunkwinde, Belle-De-Jour, Ipomée Pourpre
Scientific Names: , Ipomoea purpurea, Convolvulus major, Pharbitis purpurea, Ipomoea purpurea var. diversifolia, Ipomoea hirsutula, Pharbitis hispida, Ipomoea villosa, Convolvulus purpureus, Ipomoea hispida
GBIF Accepted Name: Ipomoea purpurea (L.) Roth