What is another word for railroad vine?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈe͡ɪlɹə͡ʊd vˈa͡ɪn] (IPA) 
Railroad vine is also commonly known as beach morning glory, goat's foot vine, bay hops, and Ipomoea pes-caprae. This perennial, coastal vine species is native to the Americas and thrives in sandy and salty environments due to its excellent salt tolerance. Railroad vine is particularly useful in preventing beach erosion as it helps stabilize sand dunes. Besides its ecological importance, this plant also attracts various pollinators and provides a habitat for small invertebrates in beach ecosystems. Given its various names, it is clear that this plant has captured human imagination and been closely associated with coastal landscapes for ages, a true testament to its enduring popularity.
