Ipomoea campestris

Ipomoea campestris is an erect or decumbent subshrub with a woody xylopodium, and stems that are somewhat woody, initially pubescent to pilose but eventually becoming glabrescent. The leaves are subsessile, ranging from 4 to 10 mm in length and 0.1 to 1 mm in width, with a linear or oblong shape, acute apex, and a mucronate tip. The base of the leaves is broadly cuneate. The upper surface of the leaves is thinly pubescent to glabrous, while the lower surface is thinly pubescent with somewhat prominent veins. Petioles measure 1 to 3 mm in length and are pubescent. The inflorescence consists of shortly pedunculate cymes emerging from the upper leaf axils, often reduced to a single flower. Peduncles range from 2 to 15 mm in length and are pubescent. Bracteoles are 1 to 2 mm in size, triangular, acute, and caducous. Pedicels measure 3 to 9 mm and are thickened towards the apex. Sepals are subequal, 8 to 11 mm in length and 3 to 4 mm in width, oblong-ovate in shape, finely acute, and thinly pubescent. The inner sepals have scarious margins and are pubescent only along the midrib, with a strongly mucronate tip. The corolla is 3.5 to 6 cm long, pink in color, pubescent, and funnel-shaped, with a limb approximately 2 cm in diameter. The capsules and seeds have not been observed.

Ipomoea campestris is native to Brazil, specifically the Southeast and West-Central regions. It typically grows in open or disturbed habitats where it can establish and thrive as a subshrub.

Cultivation of Ipomoea campestris is likely suited to tropical or subtropical climates, given its native range. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate some degree of dryness once established. Propagation can be achieved through seeds or cuttings, though specific requirements for successful cultivation may vary depending on local conditions.

There is no widely documented information on the specific uses of Ipomoea campestris. However, as a member of the Ipomoea genus, it may have potential ornamental value due to its attractive pink flowers. Further research is needed to explore any additional uses, such as ecological or medicinal applications.