Ipomoea cairica
Coastal Morning Glory, also known as Beach Morning Glory (Ipomoea pes-caprae), is a vigorous, salt-tolerant vine perfect for covering sandy soils, dunes, and exposed areas near the sea. With its distinctive purple-pink trumpet-shaped flowers and thick, trailing vines, it’s ideal for both decorative and functional groundcover in tropical and coastal landscapes.
Key Features:
Large, purple-pink blooms with a classic morning glory shape
Thick, creeping vines form a dense ground-hugging mat
Highly salt-tolerant—ideal for coastal and beachside gardens
Prevents erosion with deep roots and wide coverage
Thrives in full sun and hot climates
Ideal For:
Groundcover in sandy or salty soils
Coastal gardens, beach landscapes, and seafront properties
Dune stabilization and erosion control
Tropical xeriscapes and low-maintenance landscapes
Growing Tips:
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or poor soil
Watering: Low to moderate once established
Light: Needs full sun for vigorous growth and flowering
Fun Fact: This plant naturally grows along tropical beaches and is a key species for stabilizing coastal ecosystems.
Why Choose Coastal Morning Glory from Wahat Al Sahraa Nurseries?
We offer healthy, locally propagated Coastal Morning Glory plants that are ready to thrive in your landscape. Whether you’re beautifying a beach property or controlling erosion on a slope, this low-maintenance groundcover gets the job done—with style.
Wahat Al Sahraa Nurseries, Al Amardi St., Al Khawaneej, P.O. Box 37579, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.