Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
prostratus
ID:
1299483

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forssk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Fl. Aegypt.-Arab. : 203 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298821





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Description

Convolvulus prostratus (also called Convolvulus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It has a twining stem with alternate, ovate leaves and funnel-shaped, white flowers. It is found in open, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Convolvulus prostratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used to make a sweet syrup and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Convolvulus prostratus has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus prostratus is a perennial climber native to India. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Convolvulus prostratus

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

Convolvulus prostratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus prostratus?

Convolvulus prostratus

What is the common name of Convolvulus prostratus?

Prostrate Bindweed

What is the natural habitat of Convolvulus prostratus?

Grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas

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,

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