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Bush Morning Glory

Ipomoea leptophylla

Photo by BugEric
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Field Notes

Description:

Large plant with very large, spectacular funnel-like flowers.

Habitat:

Low area adjacent to riparian corridor below a dam for a reservoir.

Notes:

Pollinated by a variety of bees, including the squash bee, Peponapis pruinosa. Blossoms open early in the morning and fold again in the heat of the day.

Reference Links:

Ipomoea leptophylla, Denver Botanic Gardens

Species ID Suggestions

Bush Morning Glory

Ipomoea leptophylla
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