Morning Glory (Ipomoea purpurea) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Convolvulaceae family, cultivated as a garden flower, appreciated for its exuberant vegetation and its large funnel-shaped flowers. It is a species native to tropical regions (Mexico, Central America).
It is a perennial herbaceous plant in its area of origin by its tuberous strain, but cultivated as an annual. It is climbing thanks to its twining stems and can reach 2 to 3 meters high. The funnel-shaped flowers of purple color are grouped by 3 to 5 in small cymes. Be careful, the fruits contain hallucinogenic and toxic seeds. Above all, do not consume.