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Beach Morning Glory

Ipomoea pes-caprae

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae β€ΊPhylum: Tracheophyta β€ΊClass: Magnoliopsida β€ΊOrder: Solanales β€ΊFamily: Convolvulaceae β€ΊGenus: Ipomoea

About

Ipomoea pes-caprae, also known as bayhops, bay-hops, beach morning glory or goat's foot, is a common pantropical creeping vine belonging to the family Convolvulaceae. It grows on the upper parts of beaches and endures salted air. It is one of the most common and most widely distributed salt tolerant plants and provides one of the best known examples of oceanic dispersal. Its seeds float and are unaffected by salt water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Beach Morning Glory?
The scientific name of Beach Morning Glory is Ipomoea pes-caprae.
What kingdom does Beach Morning Glory belong to?
Beach Morning Glory belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Beach Morning Glory belong to?
Beach Morning Glory belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Beach Morning Glory belong to?
Beach Morning Glory belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Beach Morning Glory belong to?
Beach Morning Glory belongs to the order Solanales.
What family does Beach Morning Glory belong to?
Beach Morning Glory belongs to the family Convolvulaceae.
What genus does Beach Morning Glory belong to?
Beach Morning Glory belongs to the genus Ipomoea.