A New Record to the Flora of Saudi Arabia: Ipomoea carneaJacq., Convolvulaceae

Yassin M. Al-Sodany

Ipomoea carneaJacq.(Family Convolvulaceae) form Jazan, Saudi Arabia is described as a new record species to the flora of Saudi Arabia. The farmers use it as ornamental and hedge plant along the edge of their farm. The rapid growth rate, spread, and adaptability from aquatic to xerophytic habitats indicate that this plant may potentially become an invasive species in the next decade in that area and may cause other ecological disaster. Besides causing problems as a pasture weed, I. carneais reported to be a toxic plant.