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Moonflower

Ipomoea alba

Taxonomy

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

About

Ipomoea alba, sometimes called the tropical white morning-glory or moonflower (but not to be confused with the other species also called moonflower) or moon vine, is a species of night-blooming morning glory, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the New World, from northern Argentina north to Mexico and Florida. Though formerly classified as genus Calonyction, species aculeatum, it is now properly assigned to genus Ipomoea, subgenus Quamoclit, section Calonyction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Moonflower?
The scientific name of Moonflower is Ipomoea alba.
What is the conservation status of Moonflower?
The Moonflower has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Moonflower belong to?
Moonflower belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Moonflower belong to?
Moonflower belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Moonflower belong to?
Moonflower belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Moonflower belong to?
Moonflower belongs to the order Solanales.
What family does Moonflower belong to?
Moonflower belongs to the family Convolvulaceae.
What genus does Moonflower belong to?
Moonflower belongs to the genus Ipomoea.