Ipomoea Species, Morning Glory, Transvaal Orange Seeded Morning Glory
Ipomoeatransvaalensis

Family: Convolvulaceae (kon-volv-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
Genus: Ipomoea (ip-oh-MEE-a)
Species: transvaalensis (trans-vawl-EN-sis)

Synonym:Ipomoea convolvuloides

Category
Annuals
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Vines and Climbers

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Foliage Color

Height
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested

Bloom Color
Lavender

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Scarify seed before sowing

Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored