Ipomoea lobata syn. Ipomoea versicolor syn. Quamoclit lobata syn. Mina lobata is a perrenial vine which is native to Central and South America, including Mexico.
Whether it is grown as a tender perrenial or even as an annual vine, it will profuselly bloom from late spring to the first frosts. It is appreciated worldwide for its scarlet and yellow flowers.
This plant is an ornamental and fast growing vine, which can be tried as an annual in any zone. However, it will be grown as a perenial in frost-free areas only. (USDA zones 10b and warmer)
Leaves are decidious to semi-decidious, depending on the climate. They are 2-4 in (5-10 cm) long, have 5 to 7 lobes, 3 of which are larger.
Flowers are .4-.8 in (1-2 cm) long, narrow, tubular and are grouped in stalks of 8-12 in (20-30 cm) long. Flower buds are scarlet, turn orange when they bloom, then yellow and finally white-cream.
Ipomoea lobata requiert les expositions suivantes : mi-ombre,lumière,soleil This plant requires a deep, moist, rich and well-drained soil.
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Category - vine, perennial
Dimensions
Height 5.00 m
Width 5.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below 2.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to 10.0 °C
Exposure - partial shade, light, full sun
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Color(s) : yellow, orange, red
Propagation - seeds This plant is generaly propagated by seeds, as it will bloom in the same growing season. The seeds can be soaked in water for a few hours before sowing.
Toxicity Warning, this plant contains toxic parts.
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