Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Koch
Source:
tro
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 22: 746 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298533
Common Names
- Convolvulus pseudoscammonia
- Pseudoscammonia Bindweed
- Pseudoscammonia Morning Glory
Description
Convolvulus pseudoscammonia (also called false scammony bindweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central Asia. It has ovate leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Convolvulus pseudoscammonia has many non-medical uses, including as an ornamental plant, a ground cover, and a source of food for wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Convolvulus pseudoscammonia is white or pink and has a funnel-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long hypocotyl.
Cultivation and Propagation
Convolvulus pseudoscammonia is an annual or perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Convolvulus pseudoscammonia
Convolvulus pseudoscammonia is native to the Mediterranean region.
Convolvulus pseudoscammonia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Convolvulus pseudoscammonia?
Convolvulus pseudoscammonia
What is the family of Convolvulus pseudoscammonia?
Convolvulaceae
Where is Convolvulus pseudoscammonia found?
It is found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.
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,