Ipomoea mauritiana — Climbing, Trailing

Overview

Ipomoea mauritiana is a climbing, trailing climber wall shrub in the genus Ipomoea, part of the Convolvulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ipomoea mauritiana grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, sub-tropical, climber and wall shrubs and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Ipomoea mauritiana is a type of morning glory plant. Like the sweet potato, it belongs to the genus Ipomoea. It grows as a vine. Its origins are uncertain, but it has been recorded in West Africa, including in Gambia and the riparian forests of Benin, as well as Australia's Northern Territory. Grow it in full sun and loam soil. In UK gardens it needs a warm, frost-free position in the UK (RHS H1c). It works well for patio and container plants, sub-tropical, climber and wall shrubs and conservatory and greenhouse. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing aspects. Plant out after last frost in fertile, well-drained soil.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Ipomoea

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1c

Plant details

Ipomoea mauritiana size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub
Habit: Climbing, Trailing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Climber and wall shrubs, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Ipomoea mauritiana

Propagation: Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite and glasshouse whitefly
Disease resistance: Susceptible to fusarium wilt, powdery mildews and virus diseases

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Ipomoea mauritiana?

Ipomoea mauritiana prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Ipomoea mauritiana need?

Ipomoea mauritiana grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Ipomoea mauritiana hardy in the UK?

Ipomoea mauritiana has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.

How do I propagate Ipomoea mauritiana?

Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.

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