Ipomoea brassii
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NameIpomoea brassii
Scientific NameIpomoea brassii C.T.White
Common NamesBrass's Morning Glory
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to northern Australia (Queensland, Northern Territory, Western Australia) and New Guinea, it thrives in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas, often found along roadsides or in seasonally wet environments.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Ipomoea brassii are not widely documented in ethnobotanical literature. While other species within the Ipomoea genus are known for various medicinal applications (e.g., purgative, anti-inflammatory), direct evidence for I. brassii's medicinal use is scarce.
Active Constituentsresin glycosides, flavonoids
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsSpecific contraindications for Ipomoea brassii are not well-documented. However, as with many Ipomoea species, ingestion of large quantities may cause gastrointestinal upset due to the presence of resin glycosides.
Cultivation NotesThis vine can be grown from seed and prefers full sun to partial shade. It thrives in well-drained soil and, once established, can tolerate periods of drought.
Raritycommon
Description
Ipomoea brassii is a perennial twining or trailing vine characterized by its ovate to hastate leaves, often with basal lobes. It produces distinctive trumpet-shaped flowers, typically pale purple to pinkish-mauve, with a darker throat.
