Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
macrostegia
ID:
1297831

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Brummitt

Source:
tro

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 52: 214 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297169



Common Names

  • Calystegia macrostegia
  • Macrostegia Vine
  • Tree Vines


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Description

Calystegia macrostegia (also called Large-flowered Bindweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous flowering plant native to western North America. It has twining stems and white flowers. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calystegia macrostegia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calystegia macrostegia sub. cyclostegia (House) Brummitt
Calystegia macrostegia sub. macrostegia
Calystegia macrostegia sub. arida (Greene) Brummitt
Calystegia macrostegia sub. intermedia (Abrams) Brummitt
Calystegia macrostegia sub. tenuifolia (Abrams) Brummitt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calystegia macrostegia has white to pinkish flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calystegia macrostegia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Calystegia macrostegia

Calystegia macrostegia can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Calystegia macrostegia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calystegia macrostegia?

Calystegia macrostegia

What is the common name of Calystegia macrostegia?

Island False Bindweed

What is the family of Calystegia macrostegia?

Convolvulaceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8500620: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Richard Kenneth Brummitt (1937-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brummitt' in the authors string.