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| Scientific name | Ipomoea nil |
|---|---|
| Genus | Ipomoea |
| Origin | Central America/Asia |
| Season | Summer |
| Family | Convolvulaceae |
| Region | East Asia |
| Colours & Symbolism | Blue/Purple: ephemerality; Daily renewal |
Ipomoea nil is a species of Ipomoea morning glory known by several common names, including picotee morning glory, ivy morning glory, ivy-leaf morning glory, and Japanese morning glory (although it is not native to Japan). It is native to the tropical Americas, and has been introduced widely across the world.
短暂的爱情，每朵花只开一天，象征短暂而珍贵的相遇。
牵牛花每天清晨盛开，日暮凋谢，象征着珍惜当下的精神。
愛情、結束、明日もさわやかに——一日花の純粋な愛。
江戸時代に朝顔ブームが到来。一日花でありながら日々新たに咲く姿が江戸っ子に愛されました。
