Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
socotranus
ID:
156826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Verdc.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1957

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156155



Common Names

  • Socotran Morning Glory
  • Socotran Bindweed
  • Socotran Convolvulus


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Synonyms

  • Breweria fastigiata Balf.f. [unknown]
  • Convolvulus fastigiatus Hallier f. [illegitimate]
  • Seddera fastigiata (Balf.f.) Verdc. [unknown]

Description

Convolvulus socotranus (also called Socotran bindweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Convolvulaceae. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It grows in sunny, dry places, such as in grasslands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Convolvulus socotranus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Convolvulus socotranus is a white funnel-shaped corolla with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus socotranus is a perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Convolvulus socotranus

Convolvulus socotranus is native to the Socotra Islands and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Convolvulus socotranus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus socotranus?

Convolvulus socotranus

What is the common name of Convolvulus socotranus?

Socotran Bindweed

What is the natural habitat of Convolvulus socotranus?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East

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,