Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
jefferyi
ID:
1299354

Status:
valid

Authors:
Verdc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 12: 344 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298692



Common Names

  • Jeffery's Bindweed
  • Jeffery's Morning Glory
  • Jeffery's Convolvulus


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Description

Convolvulus jefferyi (also called Jeffery's bindweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is a perennial herb with small, oval leaves, white flowers, and a native range from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Convolvulus jefferyi is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that is often used as a ground cover or for erosion control. It has attractive, blue-green foliage and white flowers that bloom in the summer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Convolvulus jefferyi has white, funnel-shaped flowers with a yellow throat and a long, slender corolla tube. The seeds are small, black, and flattened. The seedlings are dark green, with a long, narrow cotyledon and a short, upright hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus jefferyi is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, Convolvulus jefferyi requires little maintenance and can be grown in full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Convolvulus jefferyi

Convolvulus jefferyi can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Convolvulus jefferyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus jefferyi?

Convolvulus jefferyi

What is the common name of Convolvulus jefferyi?

Jeffery's convolvulus

Where is Convolvulus jefferyi native to?

India

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,