Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
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Ipomoea costellata - Crestrib Morning-glory Ipomoea costellata - Crestrib Morning-glory
Scientific Name: Ipomoea costellata
Common Name: Crestrib Morning-glory
Flower Color: Pinkish violet
Plant Type: Vine, Herb, Annual
Height: Trailing to 39 inches (1 m) long or more
Date Observed: September 18, 2004
Notes: The funnel-shaped flowers have an up to 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) long corolla, a long stalk, and hairless, broad, often crested or warty sepals. The pedate leaves look like stars with 5, narrow rays. This native vine blooms in September and is usually found growing above 3500 feet (1067 m) in elevation here.
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