Water
Water consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months or if the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Also known as Blue Morning-Glory · Campanita · Ivy Morning-Glory
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Whiteedge Morning-Glory (Ipomoea nil) is a vigorous, twining vine producing large, trumpet-shaped white flowers with a delicate edge. It's a fast-growing annual or tender
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flowering.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Grows best in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Seeds and leaves can cause gastrointestinal upset, hallucinations, and increased blood pressure if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during cooler months or if the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune to control size and shape, and to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Pinch back the tips of young shoots. Remove dead or faded flowers and spent foliage regularly to maintain plant health and appearance.
Easily propagated from seeds sown directly outdoors after the last frost, or started indoors 4-6 weeks prior. Seeds benefit from scarification (nicking the seed coat) or soaking in warm water for 24 hours to improve germination rates.
Repot young plants annually or as needed when they become root-bound, typically in spring. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Mature plants may not require frequent repotting.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Genus | Ipomoea |
| Species | Ipomoea nil |
Similar in genus Ipomoea
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