Species of the Ipomoea genus is widely valued for ornamental, ecological and medicinal applications. This genus includes a large diversity of plants, from vines with showy flowers to species that play important roles in soil conservation and wetland ecology. Some Ipomoea species have also attracted interest in pharmacological research due to the presence of bioactive compounds with potential therapeutic properties. Below is a summary of several Ipomoea species, highlighting their known applications and properties based on scientific studies.

For the Subset we have the following species:

1. Ipomoea alba: Commonly known as "moonflower", this species contains indolizidine alkaloids, which have shown analgesic and antioxidant properties. The plant is popular not only as an ornamental for its aroma and large nocturnal white flowers, but also in research for its pharmacological potential. Studies suggest that compounds present in I. alba could be useful in treatments against oxidative stress, which is relevant in chronic diseases related to aging (Meira et al. 2012).
2. Ipomoea amnicola: It plays an important role in the conservation of aquatic ecosystems and wetlands.
3. Ipomoea asarifolia: This species is notable for its toxic effects, especially on grazing animals, due to its ergoline alkaloid content. In Brazil, toxicity has been reported in cattle consuming this plant, causing severe neurological and physiological effects. These alkaloids are known for their psychotropic effects, making the plant an object of interest in veterinary pharmacology and toxicity studies (Meira et al. 2012).
4. Ipomoea cairica: Native to Africa, I. cairica is widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, where its use as an anti-inflammatory, antinociceptive, and antioxidant has been evaluated. In addition, its extracts have demonstrated efficacy as a larvicide, being used in the control of mosquito populations. This suggests ecological and public health applications in regions where mosquitoes are vectors of disease (Meira et al. 2012).
5. Ipomoea hederifolia: contains kalistegins B1 and B2, compounds that act as enzyme inhibitors. These substances have been of interest in pharmacological research due to their inhibitory effects on specific enzymes, which could have applications in the development of new pharmacological treatments that regulate metabolic processes affected in various diseases (Meira et al. 2012).
6. Ipomoea incarnata: This species has value in wetland restoration and soil conservation due to its ability to grow in marshy areas.
7. Ipomoea nil: In some Asian contexts, I. nil has been valued for its anticancer properties and as a symbol of ephemeral beauty in Japanese culture. This species has been studied for the presence of bioactive compounds that may have effects on cell proliferation, suggesting its potential in oncology research and in complementary therapies for certain types of cancer (Meira et al. 2012).
8. Ipomoea obscura: This species contains calistegins that also act as enzyme inhibitors, similar to those found in I. hederifolia. Studies suggest that these enzymatic properties may be useful in the development of treatments that modify specific enzymatic activities, with potential in metabolic or infectious diseases (Meira et al. 2012).
9. Ipomoea purpurea: In traditional Bolivian medicine, I. purpurea is used in the form of infusions with diuretic properties and as a treatment for hemorrhages. The plant is widely known for its applications in pharmacology due to its diuretic properties and its ability to influence the urinary system. These uses make it a relevant species in both evolutionary biology and ethnopharmacology studies (Meira et al. 2012).
10. Ipomoea quamoclit: Known for its attractiveness to pollinators, this species is widely used in gardening.
11. Ipomoea setosa: It is mainly used as an ornamental plant. Some studies mention that it has trichomes, which can act as a natural defense against herbivores.