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Ipomoea quamoclit
Cypress vine (Ipomoea quamoclit) is a member of the morning glory family. It is a tropical plant that is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a lovely vining plant that can grow 20 feet or more in a single season. Cypress Vine has loose, feathery foliage that is covered with hundreds of tiny, tubular flowers. The star shaped flowers can range in color from deep red to almost white and they are irresistible to butterflies and hummingbirds. Other common names for this plant include Hummingbird Flower, Star Glory, and Cardinal Plant.
Habitat yard on Belton Lake.
Several years ago I put in a packet of multi colored seeds. The first year I had red, pink, and white flowering plants. The next year I had some red and white. This year the only plant I have is this white one. While most people complain this plant is invasive and reseeds everywhere, that has never been a problem for me.
Spotted on Oct 7, 2012
Submitted on Oct 9, 2012
2 Comments
Confirm ID as Ipomoea quamoclit
I wish mine had reseeded!