American morning glory

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• American morning glory

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Convolvulus orizabensis

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Solanales, it is classified under the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Ipomoea.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad presence throughout the diverse landscapes of Mexico. It can be found spanning across the central regions of the country in Mexico Central. Its distribution also extends into the northeastern territories categorized as Mexico Northeast. Furthermore, the species inhabits the coastal and inland areas of Mexico Gulf. Finally, its range reaches the western stretches of the nation, including Mexico Northwest and Mexico Southwest.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Ipomoea orizabensis is characterized by its classification as a perennial species, though its growth patterns can exhibit variable tendencies depending on environmental conditions and local ecological pressures. As a perennial, the plant is capable of surviving through multiple growing seasons, establishing a robust presence in its habitat through continuous development. This life cycle allows the plant to endure seasonal fluctuations, often regenerating from established root systems or specialized structures to ensure long-term survival and reproductive success. Throughout its existence, the plant moves through distinct stages of vegetative expansion and reproductive phases, contributing to its stability within its natural ecosystem.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Ipomoea orizabensis is characterized by its growth habit as a non-woody, herbaceous plant. It functions as an obligatory climber, utilizing a vine-like structure to ascend surrounding vegetation for support. As an independent organism, it does not exhibit parasitic behavior and thrives in a terrestrial habitat, rather than occupying aquatic or epiphytic niches.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

vine

Climber :

obligatory

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Physiology

The physiology of Ipomoea orburbensis is characterized by its metabolic processes and nutrient acquisition strategies, which are fundamental to its survival in diverse ecological niches. A key aspect of its physiological profile involves its relationship with soil nutrients; specifically, regarding its capacity for symbiotic nitrogen acquisition, it is not a nitrogen fixer. Unlike legumes that engage in symbiotic relationships with Rhizobium bacteria to convert atmospheric nitrogen into bioavailable forms, this species relies on the uptake of dissolved nitrates and ammonium present in the soil through its root system. Its metabolic efficiency is further defined by its photosynthetic pathways and its ability to manage water potential, allowing it to maintain turgor pressure and facilitate cellular respiration even under varying environmental stressors. Consequently, its growth and biomass accumulation are directly contingent upon the availability of exogenous nitrogen sources in the substrate rather than internal biological fixation.

Nitrogen fixer :

no

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Plant Parts

Ipomoea orizabensis has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include root.

Root

1. Journal of natural products

Activities

Ipomoea orizabensis has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.

Cytotoxic

1. Journal of natural products

Conditions

Ipomoea orizabensis has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include laxative.

Laxative

1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Ipomoea orizabensis has 2 reported preparations identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include dried roots of several morning glories, jalapin resinoid.

Dried roots of several morning glories

1. Journal of natural products

Jalapin resinoid

1. Journal of natural products