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Desert Morning Glory

Merremia aegyptia, Convolvulaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverTrellisPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Cohune PalmAttalea cohune
Physical SupportPollinator Sharing
Soap Pod WattleAcacia concinna
Nitrogen FixationPhysical SupportWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Sessile-leaved NasturtiumTropaeolum sessilifolium

Climbing plants with different chemical profiles may interfere with each other's growth through allelopathy

Uses

Functions

Ground CoverErosion ControlVertical Gardening

Edible Parts

Tubers

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Desert Morning Glory grow in?

Desert Morning Glory grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Desert Morning Glory?

Good companions for Desert Morning Glory include Cohune Palm, Soap Pod Wattle.

Design guilds with Desert Morning Glory and see companion relationships visually.

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