Calystegia subacaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subacaulis
ID:
1297851
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Arn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 363 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297189
Common Names
- Calystegia subacaulis
- Subacaulis Vine
- Tree Vines
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calystegia subacaulis (also called Sand Bindweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous flowering plant native to North America. It has twining stems and white flowers. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Calystegia subacaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Calystegia subacaulis sub. subacaulisFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calystegia subacaulis is white, with five petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calystegia subacaulis 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 subacaulis
Calystegia subacaulis can be found in the western United States and Canada.
Calystegia subacaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calystegia subacaulis?
Calystegia subacaulis
What is the common name of Calystegia subacaulis?
Subcaulescent Bindweed
What is the family of Calystegia subacaulis?
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-8500647: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.