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Japanese morning-glory

Ipomoea nil

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (11 countries), Europe (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Norway), North America (Cuba, Guatemala, Honduras), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Names in Other Languages

French liseron bleu
German blaue Prunkwinde
Portuguese amarra-amarra

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese morning-glory?
The scientific name of Japanese morning-glory is Ipomoea nil. It belongs to the genus Ipomoea.
Where does Japanese morning-glory live?
Japanese morning-glory is found in Widely distributed across Africa (11 countries), Asia (11 countries), Europe (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Norway), North America (Cuba, Guatemala, Honduras), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Chad, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Cuba, Guatemala.
What family does Japanese morning-glory belong to?
Japanese morning-glory (Ipomoea nil) belongs to the genus Ipomoea, which is part of the taxonomic family Convolvulaceae.
What kingdom does Japanese morning-glory belong to?
Japanese morning-glory (Ipomoea nil) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).
What are the closest relatives of Japanese morning-glory?
The closest relatives of Japanese morning-glory in the genus Ipomoea include Aiea Morning Glory, Beach moonflower, Beach Morning Glory, Aristolochia-leaved morning-glory, Brazilian morning-glory.

Native Range — 29 Countries

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