Status:
valid
Authors:
(Greene) Brummitt
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Madroño 59: 25 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330767
Common Names
- Calystegia Binghamiae
- Calystegia
- Bingham's Bindweed
Description
Calystegia binghamiae (also called Bingham's Calystegia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Convolvulaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Calystegia binghamiae is a popular houseplant and is used as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make wreaths and garlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calystegia binghamiae is yellow with a yellow spadix. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calystegia binghamiae is a temperate plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed.
Where to Find Calystegia binghamiae
Calystegia binghamiae is native to the Hawaiian Islands.
Calystegia binghamiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calystegia binghamiae?
Calystegia binghamiae
What is the natural habitat of Calystegia binghamiae?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What is the growth habit of Calystegia binghamiae?
A perennial herb
Species in the Calystegia genus
Calystegia scanica,
Calystegia affinis,
Calystegia howittiorum,
Calystegia lucana,
Calystegia pulchra,
Calystegia melnikovae,
Calystegia catesbeiana,
Calystegia marginata,
Calystegia krauseana,
Calystegia sepium,
Calystegia collina,
Calystegia longipes,
Calystegia macounii,
Calystegia macrostegia,
Calystegia malacophylla,
Calystegia occidentalis,
Calystegia peirsonii,
Calystegia pubescens,
Calystegia purpurata,
Calystegia silvatica,
Calystegia spithamaea,
Calystegia stebbinsii,
Calystegia subacaulis,
Calystegia tuguriorum,
Calystegia atriplicifolia,
Calystegia hederacea,
Calystegia lucana,
Calystegia pellita,
Calystegia soldanella,
Calystegia brummittii,
Calystegia binghamiae,
Calystegia felix,
Calystegia vanzuukiae,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,