Ipomoea purpurea

Invasive Status in South Africa: Cat. 1b

Origin: South America

Rampant perennial climber growing in long grass and on the sea wall, also found at Kingfisher Creek. Program of eradication currently in progress.

Family Name:

CONVOLVULACEAE

Common Name:

Morning glory

Plant Height:

3 m

Flower Colour:

Blue Purple

Flowering Time:

October, November, December, January, February, March, April