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Beach Morning Glory
Ipomoea imperati (stolonifera)
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| Beach Morning Glory has stems that root at the
nodes where they touch the soil and this helps prevent sand erosion. |
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Leaves
The leaves are leathery, 1-1.5 inches long,
usually oval or occasionally lobed, on long, trailing stems.
Flowers
Delicate two-inch, trumpet-shaped white flowers with yellow centers appear in summer and
fall.
Fruit
The fruit is a small, inconspicuous
pod.
Propagation
Propagation seed, cutting, or
division.
Landscape usage
Beach Morning Glory makes an excellent groundcover where few other species can survive. It
can grow on slopes of yard or dune and on salt-filled and/or sandy soil.
Interesting Facts
Beach Morning Glory is related to the
Sweet Potato and is sometimes mistaken for Railroad Vine another one of its near relative.
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Beach Morning Glory
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Summary
Type: Groundcover/ Vine
Salt Tolerant: High
Height: 6 inch
Spread: 50 ft +
Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native: Yes
Wildlife: Yes
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For more detailed information on this
plant go to:
Volusia Extension |
