Fabaceae / Papilionaceae

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Convolvulaceae
Ipomoea carnea Jacquin.
English name: Bush Morning Glory.
Local name: Kanor, Phanphat, Thulho, Naaro.
Description:
A large branched shrub, about 2 m high with woody hollow stem, branches mostly
arise from the base. Leaves large, dark green with prominent venation. Flowers pink
or whitish pink. It propagates by seeds or by cuttings.
Flowering Period:
May to June.
Habitat:
The species is commonly found near water bodies.
Uses:
Plant is cultivated as a hedge; juice of the plant is
applied to wounds between the toes caused by
prolonged walking barefooted in muddy water. The milky
latex is applied to cuts and wounds.
Distribution:
Native of TropicalAmerica, now widely distributed in
Australia,America, Pakistan and India.