Distimake hirsutus
NameDistimake hirsutus
Scientific NameDistimake hirsutus
Common NamesHairy Morning Glory
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to tropical and subtropical regions, commonly found in disturbed areas, roadsides, fields, and open woodlands.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo widely documented traditional medicinal uses for Distimake hirsutus are available in common ethnobotanical literature. While some species in the Ipomoea genus (to which it was formerly classified) have purgative or other properties, specific applications for D. hirsutus are not well-recorded.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to a lack of documented traditional medicinal use and specific chemical analysis, contraindications are unknown. As with many plants in the Convolvulaceae family, caution should be exercised due to the potential presence of various secondary metabolites, some of which can be toxic or have strong physiological effects.
Cultivation NotesThis species is typically grown from seed and prefers full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. It is often considered a weed in agricultural settings due to its vigorous climbing habit.
Raritycommon
Description
Distimake hirsutus is a herbaceous climbing or trailing vine characterized by its hairy stems and leaves. It produces funnel-shaped white flowers, often solitary or in small clusters, emerging from hairy calyces.
