Convolvulus secundus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
secundus
ID:
1416439
Status:
valid
Authors:
Desr.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1792
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 553 (1792)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428904
Common Names
- Convolvulus secundus
- Climbing Morning Glory
- Twining Morning Glory
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Convolvulus secundus (also called Convolvulus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in wet, tropical climates and is often found in marshes and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Convolvulus secundus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Convolvulus secundus is a small, white to pinkish-purple in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Convolvulus secundus is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist, well-drained soil. Plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Convolvulus secundus
Convolvulus secundus can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Convolvulus secundus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Convolvulus secundus?
Convolvulus secundus
What is the common name of Convolvulus secundus?
Twining Bindweed
Where does Convolvulus secundus grow?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
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
Joseph-Auguste Desrousseaux (1753-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:266947-1: Based on the initial data import