Morning cow
Scientific Name: Pharbitis nil (Linn.) Choisy
Common Name: Morning Glory
Family: Convolvulaceae
Morning glory is an annual herb with a well-branched structure. Its slender, twining stems can grow quite long and produce numerous branches. The leaves are heart-shaped, typically three-lobed in the middle, with the central lobe being oblong and pointed, while the side lobes are broadly rounded. The leaf veins are palmate, giving the leaves a distinctive pattern.
The inflorescence usually contains 1 to 3 flowers. The sepals are two in number, narrow and lanceolate, with fine hairs on the outer surface. The corolla is funnel-shaped, measuring between 5 to 7 cm in length, and comes in colors such as purple, lavender, or blue. The tube of the flower is white, and the five stamens do not extend beyond the corolla. The filaments vary in length, with their bases slightly broadened and covered in hair. The ovary has three chambers, each containing two ovules.
The fruit is a spherical capsule that contains 5 to 6 seeds, which are smooth and hairless. This plant blooms from July through September, making it a popular choice for gardens during the summer months.
Native to the Americas, morning glory is widely cultivated around the world and often grows wild in many regions. It is known for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers that open in the early morning, hence its common name.
In traditional medicine, the seeds of the morning glory have been used as a purgative to treat conditions such as edema, bloating, and constipation. However, it should be used with caution, as improper use may lead to adverse effects.
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