Weed Identification in South East Queensland
VINES | Morning Glory
Family: Convolvulaceae
Scientific: Ipomoea indica
Common name: Morning glory
Origin: South America
Description:
A fast growing vine that has the tendency to grow both a creeper and a climber.
The leaves are alternate and lobed, a white-creamy smooth stem with no dots.
The flowers are of a bright blue to purple in colour and paler the tubular centre.
No viable seed in Australia.
| Habitat | Key notes | Method of Control |
|---|---|---|
| Mostly found on the margins of bushland, adjacent to suburban areas and road sides. Can grow in dunal area to sub-tropical conditions | This vine is quite vagarious in its growth and will smother native vegetation. Large percentages come from broken stems in garden waste, garden escapee’s from backyards or transported on equipment | Hand removal of juvenile plant. Roll up long runners and hand pull each root. Stem scrape around base of stem |