Calystegia occidentalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
1297836
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) Brummitt
Source:
tro
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 52: 214 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297174
Common Names
- Calystegia occidentalis
- Occidentalis Vine
- Tree Vines
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calystegia occidentalis (also called Western 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 occidentalis 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 occidentalis sub. occidentalisCalystegia occidentalis var. tomentella (Greene) Brummitt
Calystegia occidentalis sub. fulcrata (A.Gray) Brummitt
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calystegia occidentalis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calystegia occidentalis is a perennial vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Calystegia occidentalis
Calystegia occidentalis can be found in the western United States and Canada.
Calystegia occidentalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calystegia occidentalis?
Calystegia occidentalis
What is the common name of Calystegia occidentalis?
Western Bindweed
What is the family of Calystegia occidentalis?
Convolvulaceae
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8500629: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Richard Kenneth Brummitt (1937-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brummitt' in the authors string.