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Gloria De La Manana (Ipomoea carnea)

Ipomoea carnea is a vigorous, fast-growing vine or shrub with large, heart-shaped leaves and showy pink flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers fertile, loamy conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-27 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers fertile, loamy conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-27 °C.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in fall and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine, Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-6 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None in frost-free climates; may go dormant or die back in cooler regions

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

8-10 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Convolvulus carneus (Jacq.) Spreng.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familyConvolvulaceae
  • genusIpomoea
  • speciesIpomoea carnea
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Edible

No

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