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liseron d'eau

Ipomoea aquatica

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and mangrove forests and coastal wetlands spanning the Afrotropic and Indomalayan realms.

Widely distributed across Africa (16 countries), Asia (10 countries), Europe (Norway), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (11 countries), and South America (5 countries).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish espinaca acuática
French liseron d'eau
German Wasserspinat
Portuguese campainha-d'água
Indonesian kangkong

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of liseron d'eau?
The scientific name of liseron d'eau is Ipomoea aquatica. It belongs to the genus Ipomoea.
What is the conservation status of liseron d'eau?
liseron d'eau (Ipomoea aquatica) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does liseron d'eau live?
liseron d'eau is found in Widely distributed across Africa (16 countries), Asia (10 countries), Europe (Norway), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (11 countries), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Bangladesh, Benin, Brazil, Cameroon, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Costa Rica, Cote d'Ivoire, Cuba.
What family does liseron d'eau belong to?
liseron d'eau (Ipomoea aquatica) belongs to the genus Ipomoea, which is part of the taxonomic family Convolvulaceae.
Is liseron d'eau endangered?
No, liseron d'eau (Ipomoea aquatica) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does liseron d'eau belong to?
liseron d'eau (Ipomoea aquatica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plante).
What are the closest relatives of liseron d'eau?
The closest relatives of liseron d'eau in the genus Ipomoea include Batate, cheveux de Venus, ipomée, Ipomée d'Inde, ipomée hédéracée.

Native Range — 49 Countries

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