Ipomoea macarenaensis
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NameIpomoea macarenaensis
Scientific NameIpomoea macarenaensis J.R.I.Wood & Scotland
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to grassland environments in Colombia, specifically noted from the Rio Airiripi area at an altitude of approximately 450 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
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Cultivation NotesThis species thrives in warm climates with open, sunny conditions and well-drained soil, typical of its native grassland habitat in Colombia. It is found at elevations around 450 meters.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Ipomoea macarenaensis is a climbing plant characterized by its ovate to cordate leaves arranged alternately along the stem. It produces distinctive trumpet-shaped flowers, which are noted to be white, often tinged with mauve towards the center.
