Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
truncatus
ID:
156893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vell.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Fl. Flumin. : 74 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156222



Common Names

  • Truncatus Bindweed
  • Truncatus Morning Glory
  • Truncatus Convolvulus


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Description

Convolvulus truncatus (also called Dwarf Morning Glory, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small, mat-forming perennial, with stems up to 30 cm long. It grows in dry, sunny places, such as on rocky hillsides and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Convolvulus truncatus is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also known to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Convolvulus truncatus is a white or pink funnel-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus truncatus is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed sown in situ in spring or by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Convolvulus truncatus

Convolvulus truncatus is found in the Mediterranean region, especially in the Iberian Peninsula.

Convolvulus truncatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus truncatus?

Convolvulus truncatus

What is the common name of Convolvulus truncatus?

Truncate Bindweed

Where is Convolvulus truncatus native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and China

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,