Ipomoea involucrata

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Botanical Description: Ipomoea involucrata, commonly known as "morning glory" or "bush morning glory," is a species of flowering vine belonging to the Convolvulaceae family. It is a perennial herbaceous vine that can climb or sprawl along the ground, often forming dense mats. The leaves are heart-shaped or ovate, with pointed tips and smooth margins. They are arranged alternately along the stem. The flowers of Ipomoea involucrata are trumpet-shaped and typically pale pink or lavender in color, although variations with white or purple flowers also exist. The flowers are borne in clusters and have distinctive hairy sepals. After flowering, the plant produces small, rounded capsules containing seeds.
Flowering/Fruiting: Flowers primarily from around May to September.
Plant Uses: Ornamental, Medicinal and Wildlife Habitat
Origin: Introduced
Locality: University of Port Harcourt Abuja Campus ( Behind Ebitimi Banigo Hall).
Habit: Climber
Mode: Wild