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Morning glory is a common name for over 1,000 species of flowering plants in the family Convolvulaceae, belonging to the following generaAs the name implies, morning glory flowers, which are funnel-shaped, open in the morning, allowing them to be pollinated by Hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other daytime insects and birds as well as Hawkmoth at dusk for longer blooming variants. The flower typically lasts for a single morning and dies in the afternoon. New flowers bloom each day. The flowers usually start to fade a couple of hours before the petals start showing visible curling. They prefer full sun throughout the day and mesic soils. In cultivation, most are treated as perennial plants in tropical areas and as annual plants in colder climates, but some species tolerate winter cold. Morning glories are a close relative of Moon flowers which open at night to be pollinated by moths. Morning glory is also called asagao (in Japanese, a compound of ? asa "morning" and ? kao "face"). A rare brownish-coloured variant known as Danjuro is very popular. It was first known in China for its medicinal uses, due to the laxative properties of its seeds. It was introduced to the Japanese in the 9th century, and they were first to cultivate it as an ornament. During the Edo Period, it became a very popular ornamental flower. Aztec priests in Mexico were also known to use the plant's hallucinogenic properties. (see Rivea corymbosa). Ancient Mesoamerican civilizations used the morning glory species Ipomoea alba to convert the latex from the Castilla elastica tree and also the guayule plant to produce bouncing rubber balls. The sulfur in the morning glory's juice served to vulcanize the rubber, a process pre-dating Charles Goodyear's discovery by at least 3,000 years.[1]
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1. Digital Camera Reviews: helping you to choose best
November 20, 2008
Life is a picture album. There are several such uncounted moments that we want to hold and preserve for years to come. A beautiful rainy sight, the glory of morning sun, calmness of the sea, an innocent look, a mischievous smile, a memorable event… and the list goes on. A mere glimpse of any of the above mentioned moments can bring a smile on the face.
Thankfully, there are digital cameras. Light-weight and easy-to-use - these devices come as effective solution that fulfills the needs to capture special moments of life.
Evidently, they are equally popular among professional photograp... (read more)
Author: Anirban Bhattacharya
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2. Decorating your LOG HOME on your own
November 12, 2008
If you are like many Log Home owners, you purchased your cabin, in part, for the glory and beauty of natural wood surrounding you. Light brown, dark brown, gleaming red or nearly white; these colors are the first impression for visitors, and the first thing you see when you walk through the hallways in the morning. What you may not know is that those gleaming shades of natural beauty can dull over time. Through simple daily use inside, and weather outside, the color fades away one small step at a time, with you none the wiser until you look up one day and realize: this is not what... (read more)
Author: Matt Jaworski
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3. Climbing Vine Plants for Your Garden
May 05, 2008
Nothing will add more instant beauty to a garden than climbing vines. Climbing vine plants tend to grow pretty much carefree while adding a point of beauty and interest to a trellis, wall, fence or tree trunk.
Climbing vines can make a bland garden picturesque during its first growing season. Nothing will add more beauty to a tree in your garden than a trail of Morning Glory streaming up its trunk, or maybe the sweet smell of Honeysuckle or Jasmine Tobacco overhanging a patio.
Some of the most popular and more common perennial vines that will come back year after year are list... (read more)
Author: Eudora DeWynter
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4. Discover the Secret to a Truly Great Hair Day
January 28, 2008
Every woman’s dream is to have a thick, soft, crowning glory with a rich sheen. This dream can come true with just some attention to proper hair care. Some quick ways to have a truly great hair day is by following simple rules like: 1. A nice head massage with warm olive oil or coconut oil or castor oil before head bath will make hair softer, shiny and stronger. If you don’t have time in morning, do the massage at night and let your hair soak in the oil. 2. Ensure that the shampoo you use is suitable for your hair type. After shampooing, use a deep, nourishing conditioner. One can also use ... (read more)
Author: Andrew Stratton
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5. Hello from Nova Scotia: Discovering Lunenburg - A UNESCO World Heritage Site
December 11, 2007
A delightful rest at the Lunenburg Inn after a very compressed and hectic day along the Lighthouse Trail yesterday got me ready for another day of adventures. At about 7:30 I made my downstairs in anticipation of a filling breakfast. Sure enough, a freshly baked morning glory muffin was served to quench my immediate hunger. I had two breakfasts to choose from: a hot breakfast featuring poached eggs with bacon or turkey bacon, or a cold breakfast featuring a choice of two items of either cereal with fruit / fat-free yoghurt / fresh toast with jam or stewed rhubarb. I opted for the cereal with ... (read more)
Author: Susanne Pacher
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