Calonyction aculeatum, Ipomoea alba

When grown in their native climates, moonflowers (Calonyction aculeatum) prefer a full sun to semi-shade position and need regular water. In cooler regions, the vine should be grown in a container and placed in a warm, sheltered area of the garden. It needs to be watered regularly with moderate amount of water throughout its growing season. In winter, reduce watering and move the pot to a frost-free area.

Its trumpet-shaped, white or off-white flowers bloom in the evening and are very fragrant, thus it attracts various butterflies and hummingbirds. Be aware that this flower is considered invasive in some areas and its spread should be monitored carefully. It is best grown in USDA Zones 9-11.

Similar plants:

• Ipomoea abrupta, Convolvulus abruptus (Bush Potato, Bush Yam)
• Ipomoea arborescens (Tree Morning Glory, Nahuatl, Ozote, Palo Blanco)
• Ipomoea batatas (Sweet Potato Vine, Camote, Boniato)
• Ipomoea batatas Pink Frost (Potato Vine Pink Frost)
• Ipomoea cairica (Cairo Morning glory, Railroad-creeper, Mile-a-minute)
• Ipomoea carnea (Silver Morning Glory, Bush Morning Glory)
• Ipomoea hederifolia, Ipomoea coccinea (Scarlet Morning Glory, Scarlet Creeper, Star Ipomoea, Trompillo)
• Ipomoea horsfalliae (Cardinal Creeper, Prince Kuhio Vine)
• Ipomoea lobata, Ipomoea versicolor, Mina lobata, Quamoclit lobata (Firecracker vine, Spanish flag, Exotic Love)
• Ipomoea pes caprae, Ipomoea biloba (Beach Morning Glory, Gost Foot Creeper, Railroad Vine)