Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
virgatus
ID:
156922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 7: 24 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156251



Common Names

  • Virgate Bindweed
  • Virgate Morning Glory
  • Virgate Convolvulus


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Description

Convolvulus virgatus (also called Wandering 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 virgatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is known to be drought-tolerant and can help reduce soil erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Convolvulus virgatus var. subaphyllus Boiss.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Convolvulus virgatus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus virgatus 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 virgatus

Convolvulus virgatus can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Convolvulus virgatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus virgatus?

Convolvulus virgatus

What is the common name of Convolvulus virgatus?

Virgate Bindweed

Where is Convolvulus virgatus native to?

India

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,