Ipomoea lacunosa L.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Ipomoea lacunosa L.
Family Name: Convolvulaceae Juss. - Morning-glory family
Common Name: whitestar
Symbol: IPLA
Group: Dicot
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 3:54 a.m.

Duration

  • Annual

Growth Habits

  • Vine
  • Forb/herb

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

AGCP AW CB EMP GP HI MW NCNE WMVC AK
FAC FACW FACW FACW FACW FACW FACW

Species Range Map