Yellow Morning Glory

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• Yellow Morning Glory

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Ipomoea aurea
• Operculina aurea
• Aniseia aurea
• Merremia aurea

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, known scientifically as Distimake aureus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Solanales and the family Convolvulaceae. Ultimately, it is placed within the genus Distimake.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, commonly known as Distimake aureus, exhibits a specific and limited geographical range. Its presence is primarily concentrated within the country of Mexico. Specifically, the species can be found residing in the Northwest region of the nation. This localized distribution suggests that the plant thrives under the particular environmental conditions of that area. Consequently, understanding this regional occurrence is essential for studying its natural habitat.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Distimake aureus is characterized by its classification as a phanerophyte, a growth form where the perennating buds are borne on aerial shoots well above the ground level. Within this morphological framework, it specifically exhibits the traits of both a phanerophyte and a nanophanerophyte, indicating that while its reproductive and survival structures are elevated, they typically remain relatively low to the ground compared to larger woody shrubs or trees. This life strategy allows the plant to navigate its specific ecological niche by protecting its vital buds from seasonal environmental stressors through its elevated stem structure.

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Distimake aureus is characterized by its distinct growth habit and structural composition. It is a terrestrial plant that exhibits a liana growth form, functioning as a climber within its ecosystem. This climbing mechanism is obligatory, meaning the plant relies on external structures for support rather than being self-supporting. Structurally, the plant is non-woody, lacking a rigid, lignified stem, and it operates as an independent organism, neither functioning as a parasite nor as an epiphyte.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

liana

Climber :

obligatory

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Distimake aureus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Merrekentrone A.

Merrekentrone A

1. Journal of natural products