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Cardinal-Climber

Ipomoea quamoclit

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About

The Cardinal-climber (Ipomoea quamoclit) is a species in the genus Ipomoea. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (9 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (10 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish cambustera
French cheveux de Venus
German Zypressen-Prunkwinde
Portuguese cardeal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cardinal-Climber?
The scientific name of Cardinal-Climber is Ipomoea quamoclit. It belongs to the genus Ipomoea.
Where does Cardinal-Climber live?
Cardinal-Climber is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (9 countries), North America (6 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (10 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Canada, Chad, Colombia, Comoros.
What family does Cardinal-Climber belong to?
Cardinal-Climber (Ipomoea quamoclit) belongs to the genus Ipomoea, which is part of the taxonomic family Convolvulaceae.
What kingdom does Cardinal-Climber belong to?
Cardinal-Climber (Ipomoea quamoclit) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Cardinal-Climber?
The closest relatives of Cardinal-Climber in the genus Ipomoea include Aiea Morning Glory, Aristolochia-leaved morning-glory, Beach moonflower, Beach Morning Glory, Blue Dawn Flower.

Native Range — 36 Countries

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