Status:
valid
Authors:
Pau
Source:
ipni
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Trab. Mus. Ci. Nat., Ser. Bot. 14: 27 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156236
Common Names
- Rose Bindweed
- Rose Morning Glory
- Rose Convolvulus
Description
Convolvulus urosepalus (also called Urosepal Bindweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small, twining perennial, with stems up to 1 m long. It grows in dry, sunny places, such as on rocky hillsides and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Convolvulus urosepalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Convolvulus urosepalus has white, funnel-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Convolvulus urosepalus 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 urosepalus
Convolvulus urosepalus is found in rocky areas in the Canary Islands.
Convolvulus urosepalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Convolvulus urosepalus?
Convolvulus urosepalus
What is the common name of Convolvulus urosepalus?
Urosepal Bindweed
Where is Convolvulus urosepalus native to?
Greece
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,