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Term: Ipomoea pes-caprae

Description:

Ipomoea pes-caprae is a type of flowering plant commonly known as beach morning glory. It belongs to the family Convolvulaceae and is native to tropical and subtropical regions. This plant has long trailing stems and thick fleshy leaves, with beautiful pink or purple trumpet-shaped flowers. Ipomoea pes-caprae is well-adapted to sandy coastal environments and often serves as an erosion control plant.

Sense 1 - Noun:

Ipomoea pes-caprae refers to the plant species commonly called beach morning glory.

Example sentence: The Ipomoea pes-caprae adds a pop of color to the sandy dunes along the coast.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

Ipomoea pes-caprae as an adjective refers to something related to or characteristic of the beach morning glory plant.

Example sentence: The Ipomoea pes-caprae flowers swayed gently in the sea breeze.

Sense 3 - Local:

In local regions, Ipomoea pes-caprae may refer to a specific variety or cultivar of the beach morning glory plant.

Example sentence: The locals believe that this particular Ipomoea pes-caprae possesses unique healing properties.

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