Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
chinensis
ID:
1299661

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ker Gawl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 4: t. 322 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298999





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Description

Convolvulus chinensis (also called Chinese Bindweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to China, India, and Nepal, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in open grasslands, scrub, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Convolvulus chinensis is used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Convolvulus chinensis sub. triangularis J.R.I.Wood & Scotland
Convolvulus chinensis sub. chinensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Convolvulus chinensis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus chinensis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Convolvulus chinensis

Convolvulus chinensis is native to China, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Convolvulus chinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus chinensis?

Convolvulus chinensis

What are the common names of Convolvulus chinensis?

Chinese morning glory, Chinese morning-glory

What is the natural habitat of Convolvulus chinensis?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including China, India, Indonesia, and Thailand

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,