Ipomoea obscura (L.) Ker Gawl.

Etymology Genus Worm-like; referring to the twining stems
Species Dark or dusky
Family Convolvulaceae
Synonyms Convolvulus obscurus L.
Common Names Obscure Morning Glory, Wild Petunia
Status Native: Least Concern
Form Climber
Native Distribution Tropical & Subtropical Old World

Diagnostics:

Climber that can be found in scrublands or near seashores. Leaves are heart-shaped. The stem and leaf margins are sometimes reddish. The flower is pale yellow with a dark red centre.


Scrubland along Sungei Serangoon (2014).

Heart-shaped leaf.

Flower.

Side profile of flower.

Author: Siyang
Posted: 2026-03-15


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