Hairy clustervine (Jacquemontia tamnifolia, Fl. Brit. W. I.: 474 (1862))

Family: Convolvulaceae

Author: (L.) Griseb.

Bibliography: Fl. Brit. W. I.: 474 (1862)

Year: 1862

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Jacquemontia

Vegetable: False

Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. America, Trop. & S. Africa, NW. India

Description

The Hairy Clustervine, scientifically known as Jacquemontia tamnifolia, is a fascinating and resilient plant that belongs to the Convolvulaceae family. First documented in the mid-19th century by the botanist Grisebach, who published findings in the “Flora of the British West Indies” in 1862, it has since garnered attention for its broad geographic distribution and unique characteristics.

Native to tropical and subtropical regions, the Hairy Clustervine is widespread across Tropical and Subtropical America, Southern Africa, and Northwestern India. Its ability to thrive in varied climates speaks to its adaptability and robust nature.

The plant is particularly noted for its clustered, hairy leaves, which contribute to its common name. These features not only distinguish the plant aesthetically but also play a role in its survival and reproductive strategies. The hairy clustervine is known for its twining habit, allowing it to climb over other vegetation, thus creating a unique ecological niche.

Observationally, Jacquemontia tamnifolia’s growth and spread can be seen as both a testament to its hardiness and a challenge for biodiversity in regions where it might outcompete native species. Nonetheless, its delicate flowers and dense foliage make it a subject of interest for horticulturists and botanists alike.

In terms of ecological significance, the Hairy Clustervine contributes to the floral diversity of its habitats and can be essential in certain landscaping and restoration projects. Its widespread presence is a clear indicator of its successful adaptation strategies across varied environments from the tropical warmth of the Americas to the equally dynamic climates of Africa and India.

Common Names

Eng: hairy clustervine
En: Hairy clustervine
Ar: يسمواب(يَسَموآب)، رباى اجواديت (رِباى اجواديت)
Fr: Liseron duveté, Liseron duveteux
Es: Aguinaldo peludo

Synonyms

• Ipomoea tamnifolia (L.)
• Convolvulus scaber (Raf.)
• Convolvulus tamnifolius ((L.) Lam.)
• Convolvulus ciliatus (Vahl)
• Convolvulus villosus (Pers.)
• Jacquemontia capitata ((Desr.) G.Don)
• Ipomoea trichocephala (G.Don)
• Jacquemontia mattogrossensis (Hoehne)
• Ipomoea macropoda (Bojer ex Desjardins)
• Jacquemontia rondonii (Hoehne)
• Convolvulus praelongus (S.Moore)
• Jacquemontia macrocephala (Brandegee)
• Convolvulus crinitus (Desr.)
• Convolvulus condensatus (Bertol.)
• Convolvulus pycnanthus (Hochst. ex Choisy)
• Ipomoea guineensis ((Schumach. & Thonn.) G.Don)
• Thyella macrocephala ((Brandegee) House)
• Convolvulus guineensis (Schumach. & Thonn.)
• Jacquemontia capitata var. pauciflora (N.E.Br.)
• Thyella tamnifolia ((L.) Raf.)

Distribution

• Angola (native)
• Argentina Northeast (native)
• Arkansas (native)
• Belize (native)
• Benin (native)
• Bolivia (native)
• Botswana (native)
• Brazil North (native)
• Brazil Northeast (native)
• Brazil South (native)
• Brazil Southeast (native)
• Brazil West-Central (native)
• Cameroon (native)
• Caprivi Strip (native)
• Central African Repu (native)
• Chad (native)
• Colombia (native)
• Costa Rica (native)
• Cuba (native)
• Dominican Republic (native)
• Ecuador (native)
• El Salvador (native)
• Ethiopia (native)
• Florida (native)
• French Guiana (native)
• Gabon (native)
• Georgia (native)
• Ghana (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Guinea-Bissau (native)
• Guyana (native)
• Haiti (native)
• Honduras (native)
• India (native)
• Kenya (native)
• KwaZulu-Natal (native)
• Leeward Is. (native)
• Liberia (native)
• Louisiana (native)
• Malawi (native)
• Mali (native)
• Mauritania (native)
• Mexico Central (native)
• Mexico Gulf (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Mexico Northwest (native)
• Mexico Southeast (native)
• Mexico Southwest (native)
• Mississippi (native)
• Mozambique (native)
• Namibia (native)
• Nicaragua (native)
• Niger (native)
• Nigeria (native)
• North Carolina (native)
• Northern Provinces (native)
• Panamá (native)
• Paraguay (native)
• Peru (native)
• Puerto Rico (native)
• Senegal (native)
• Somalia (native)
• South Carolina (native)
• Sudan (native)
• Suriname (native)
• Tanzania (native)
• Texas (native)
• Togo (native)
• Trinidad-Tobago (native)
• Uganda (native)
• Venezuela (native)
• Virginia (native)
• Windward Is. (native)
• Zambia (native)
• Zaïre (native)
• Zimbabwe (native)
• Alabama (introduced)
• Bahamas (introduced)
• China Southeast (introduced)
• Comoros (introduced)
• Illinois (introduced)
• Korea (introduced)
• Madagascar (introduced)
• Missouri (introduced)
• Taiwan (introduced)
• Tennessee (introduced)
• Thailand (introduced)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Sep 24, 2022 by Chris Griggs (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 19, 2020 by Donatus Denios (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 22, 2020 by FrankieJane Heck (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 8, 2022 by Abou Abdoulaye Yéro DIOP (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 17, 2021 by Doc Lingo (cc-by-sa)

Flower

Taken Sep 25, 2021 by Lisa Brundridge (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 6, 2019 by Derrick Derrick George (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 24, 2022 by Chris Griggs (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 24, 2022 by Chris Griggs (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 8, 2022 by Abou Abdoulaye Yéro DIOP (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − USDA NRCS Wetland Science Institute. (public)

Taken Sep 29, 2012 by EOL − Mary Keim (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Sep 11, 2014 by EOL − Laura Clark (cc-by-nc)

Taken Dec 2, 2007 by Tela Botanica − Sylvain PIRY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 24, 2022 by Chris Griggs (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Sep 11, 2020 by Eli Small (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 2, 2022 by Valero Omar (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 22, 2021 by ronnie franklin (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Oct 29, 2019 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5341725)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:270265-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Jacquemontia tamnifolia (L.) Griseb.)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Vine, Forb/herb

Growth