Ipomoea purpurea
Family Convolvulaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Naturalised |
| Common names | Morning Glory, Purple Morning Glory, Tall Morning Glory |
| Synonyms | Convolvulus purpureus L. |
| Longevity | Annual |
| Growth form | Shrub, Vine/scrambler/climber |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Adhesive (burrs, sticky, awns, hairs etc) |
| Maximum height (m) | 5 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Information unavailable |
| Native range | Tropical and sub-tropical America |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, QLD |
| Exotic range (other) | Africa, North America, Pacific Ocean Islands |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Agricultural land, Bushland, Disturbed areas (including trails), Garden escape, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Wastelands |
| Soil type (exotic) | Loamy, Most soil types, Sandy, Well drained |
| Decade of introduction | 1840 |
This species is available for purchase online in Australia (current as of May 2013)
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 36 | 34 | 30 | 34 | 36 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 32 |
| RCP 8.5 2035 | 34 | 34 | 30 | 34 | 34 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 32 |
| RCP 8.5 2065 | 34 | 34 | 30 | 34 | 34 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 32 |
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
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