oceanblue morning glory (Ipomoea indica)
Ipomoea indica, the Blue Dawnflower, is a vigorous perennial vine. It produces abundant, trumpet-shaped blue to purple flowers that open in the morning. Thrives in warm,
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for best flowering.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil, tolerant of various soil types.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures, sensitive to frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during growing season.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun for best flowering.
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
During active growth
Well-draining, fertile soil, tolerant of various soil types.
Prefers warm temperatures, sensitive to frost.
18-30 °C
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during growing season.
Balanced liquid fertilizer
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Vine, Creeper
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot, Hanging, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-6 m
Spread
2-6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Evergreen in tropical climates, deciduous or dies back in cooler zones
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Ovate to heart-shaped, often 3-lobed
Flower Size
5-8 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSolanales
- familyConvolvulaceae
- genusIpomoea
- speciesIpomoea indica
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
No
Contains lysergic acid alkaloids, particularly in seeds, which can cause gastrointestinal upset and hallucinogenic effects if ingested by humans or pets.