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Search Term(s): Ipomoea pandurata   (1 record found)

CONVOLVULACEAE
Morning-glory Family
Ipomoea pandurata  (big-root morning-glory)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Ipomoea: worm-like, referring to the twining habit of the plant; panduratus: fiddle-shaped
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Vine
Phenology (Flowering Period)
July-September
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Open woodlands and clearings on well-drained soils
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
4
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Nectar source for Hummingbirds; flowers attract a variety of insects.
Medicinal Properties
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ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Ancient Sand Ridge Forest
Serpentine Grasslands
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