Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
tro
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 156 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297551
Common Names
- Convolvulus althaeoides
- Mallow Bindweed
- Mallow Morning Glory
Uses & Benefits
Convolvulus althaeoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Convolvulus althaeoides sub. althaeoides
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Convolvulus althaeoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Convolvulus althaeoides can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Convolvulus althaeoides
Convolvulus althaeoides is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Convolvulus althaeoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Convolvulus althaeoides?
Convolvulus althaeoides
What is the common name of Convolvulus althaeoides?
Mallow Bindweed
What type of plant is Convolvulus althaeoides?
Vine
Species in the Convolvulus genus
Convolvulus grigorjevii,
Convolvulus bidrensis,
Convolvulus vollesenii,
Convolvulus aitchisonii,
Convolvulus argyrothamnos,
Convolvulus assyricus,
Convolvulus asyrensis,
Convolvulus aucheri,
Convolvulus beguinotii,
Convolvulus boissieri,
Convolvulus canariensis,
Convolvulus cantabrica,
Convolvulus carduchorum,
Convolvulus cassius,
Convolvulus cephalophorus,
Convolvulus cephalopodus,
Convolvulus coelesyriacus,
Convolvulus cyprius,
Convolvulus dryadum,
Convolvulus durandoi,
Convolvulus euphraticus,
Convolvulus fractosaxosus,
Convolvulus fruticulosus,
Convolvulus galapagensis,
Convolvulus galaticus,
Convolvulus germaniciae,
Convolvulus gharbensis,
Convolvulus glaouorum,
Convolvulus gracillimus,
Convolvulus grantii,
Convolvulus hamrinensis,
Convolvulus hildebrandtii,
Convolvulus jemensis,
Convolvulus jordanensis,
Convolvulus koieanus,
Convolvulus kossmatii,
Convolvulus lanjouwii,
Convolvulus leptocladus,
Convolvulus lindbergii,
Convolvulus linoides,
Convolvulus longipedicellatus,
Convolvulus lopezsocasii,
Convolvulus maireanus,
Convolvulus mairei,
Convolvulus massonii,
Convolvulus mazicum,
Convolvulus microcalyx,
Convolvulus oxyphyllus,
Convolvulus oxysepalus,
Convolvulus palaestinus,
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,