Ipomoea quamoclit (Cupid Flower)
Ipomoea quamoclit (Cupid Flower) vines with red star-shaped flowers and delicate needle-like green leaves.
Botanical name: Ipomoea quamoclit
Common names: Cupid Flower, Cypress Vine, Cypressvine Morning-glory, Star of Bethlehem, Star-glory, Sweet-willy
Family: Convolvulaceae
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 6-10
Plant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Invasive: Can spread quickly, needs controlThis vine with its tiny red flowers and delicate fern-like leaves, grows well on an arbor. It is a hummingbird favorite. This annual plant produces hundreds of flowers--and thousands of seeds--usually insuring its presence from year to year. Annual vine (to 7m with support), self-seeding Blooms summer through early autumn. Thrives in fertile, well-drained soil.
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Ipomoea quamoclit (Cupid Flower) red star-shaped flower petals sitting among narrow green needle-like foliage
Ipomoea quamoclit (Cupid Flower) with many small red flowers on thin stems and green leaves.
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