Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
fernandesii
ID:
158286

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Silva & Teles

Source:
ipni

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2.A, 53: 515 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157615



Common Names

  • Bindweed
  • Morning Glory
  • Wild Convolvulus


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Description

Convolvulus fernandesii (also called Fernandes' Bindweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Madagascar and the Mascarene Islands. It has a sprawling habit and grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Convolvulus fernandesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Convolvulus fernandesii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two rounded leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus fernandesii is a perennial climber that is native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. For seeds, sow them in a warm, well-drained soil in spring or summer. For cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in summer and root them in a sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Convolvulus fernandesii

Convolvulus fernandesii is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Convolvulus fernandesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus fernandesii?

Convolvulus fernandesii

What is the family of Convolvulus fernandesii?

Convolvulaceae

What is the common name of Convolvulus fernandesii?

Fernandes' bindweed

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,

References

António Rodrigo Pinto da Silva (1912-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Silva' in the authors string.
Antonio do Nascimento Teles (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teles' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:896420-1: Based on the initial data import