Ipomoea jalapa (Convolvulaceae) Evergreen climber

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Ipomoea jalapa
Evergreen climber
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The Ipomoea jalapa plant species is found in Southern N. America - Mexico. It is a member of the Convolvulaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as I. purga.

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Latin Name:  Ipomoea jalapa
Family:  Convolvulaceae
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Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Woodland on the eastern slopes of the Mexican Andes.

Medicinal Information: The tuber is a resious acrid herb with an unpleasant taste that is often used as a purgative[238]. It is taken internally in the treatment of constipation, colic and intestinal parasites[238]. The root is harvested in the autumn and dried for later use[238].

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