Quamoclit pennata
Noun: * A tropical American annual climbing vine (Ipomoea quamoclit, formerly Quamoclit pennata) characterized by vibrant red (or occasionally white) trumpet-shaped flowers and delicate, finely divided, feather-like leaves. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant and has become naturalized in many regions, including the United States.
This term is used specifically in botanical and horticultural contexts to identify this particular species of flowering vine. It is a formal scientific name but is also commonly used by gardeners and plant enthusiasts. * The fence was beautifully covered in quamoclit pennata, its scarlet flowers attracting hummingbirds all summer. * For a cottage garden look, consider planting quamoclit pennata alongside morning glories.
- The plant is known for its ability to rapidly cover structures with its delicate foliage and flowers.
- It is often grown as an annual in temperate climates but can behave as a perennial in frost-free regions.
- Cypress Vine: The most common common name for this plant, referring to the feathery, cypress-like leaves.
- Star Glory: Another common name, referring to the star-shaped flowers.
- Cardinal Climber: A name sometimes used, especially for red-flowered varieties, though this can also refer to a related hybrid ().
- Ipomoea quamoclit: The currently accepted botanical name within the genus .
- Cypress vine
- Star glory
- Annual climber: Describes its growth habit (completes its life cycle in one year and climbs).
- Naturalized species: Indicates it has established self-sustaining populations outside its native range.
- Feathery foliage: Describes the characteristic finely dissected leaves.
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tropical American annual climber having red (sometimes white) flowers and finely dissected leaves; naturalized in United States and elsewhere
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