Garden Morning Glory

Ipomoea tricolor

Ipomoea tricolor, commonly known as morning glory, is a plant traditionally found in various regions of Central and South America. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, it has shown potential in other areas of research. Scientific studies have highlighted that the stability of anthocyanins in Ipomoea tricolor depends on both the number and positioning of acylated units, indicating a complex interaction with sugar residues. Additionally, a new species of fungus, Periglandula clandestina, was discovered associated with this plant. The biomechanical properties of Ipomoea tricolor stems differ significantly from other Solanales species, primarily due to their morphology rather than internal structural anatomy or cell wall composition. Interestingly, ergot alkaloids from morning glory species have demonstrated varying levels of mortality in potato psyllids, ranging between 53% and 93%, compared to a control group where only 15% showed mortality. Safety concerns for Ipomoea tricolor are currently unreported, with no significant drug interactions noted as well.

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Warnhinweise

Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.

Was die Wissenschaft sagt

  • Die Studie zeigt an, dass die Position der Zuckerresiduen, nicht nur die Anzahl der acylierten Einheiten, erheblich auf die Stabilität der Anthocyane in Ipomoea tricolor einwirkt. D PMID
  • Die Studie hat eine neue Art des Pilzes Periglandula auf Ipomoea tricolor gefunden und sie Periglandula clandestina genannt. D PMID
  • Die größten Unterschiede in den biomechanischen Eigenschaften der Stiele von Ipomoea tricolor und anderen Solanales-Arten waren auf die Morphologie zurückzuführen, nicht auf die innere Strukturenanatomie oder Zellwandkomposition. D PMID
  • Ipomoea-Arten, die Periglandula Pilze aufweisen, produzieren Ergotoxine, die den Todesraten des Kartoffel-Schwarmschmetterlings erheblich erhöhen. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Garden Morning Glory?

Garden Morning Glory (Ipomoea tricolor) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about Garden Morning Glory?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Garden Morning Glory; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Die Studie zeigt an, dass die Position der Zuckerresiduen, nicht nur die Anzahl der acylierten Einheiten, erheblich auf die Stabilität der Anthocyane in Ipomoea tricolor einwirkt.

How strong is the evidence for Garden Morning Glory?

The strongest finding for Garden Morning Glory carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Garden Morning Glory safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Garden Morning Glory in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Garden Morning Glory interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Garden Morning Glory in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Garden Morning Glory?

Garden Morning Glory is also known as: Ипомея трёхцветная, Grand liseron blanc.

Is Garden Morning Glory a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Quellen

  1. T2 Solanales Stem Biomechanical Properties Are Primarily Determined by Morphology Rather Than Internal Structural Anatomy and Cell Wall Composition. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Mortality of Potato Psyllid (Hemiptera: Triozidae) on Host Clippings Inoculated With Ergot Alkaloids. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 A new species of Periglandula symbiotic with the morning glory Ipomoea tricolor. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Achieving a dramatic blue colour stability in anthocyanins bearing acylated sugars in position 3',5'. literature abstract metadata