Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
cardiophyllus
ID:
1299545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 26: 653 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298883



Common Names

  • Cardiophyllus Bindweed
  • Cardiophyllus Morning Glory
  • Cardiophyllus Evolvulus


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Description

Evolvulus cardiophyllus (also called Evolvulus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It has a twining stem with alternate, ovate leaves and funnel-shaped, white flowers. It is found in open, disturbed habitats such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Evolvulus cardiophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Evolvulus cardiophyllus has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Evolvulus cardiophyllus is a perennial herb native to India. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Evolvulus cardiophyllus

Evolvulus cardiophyllus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Evolvulus cardiophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Evolvulus cardiophyllus?

Evolvulus cardiophyllus

What is the common name of Evolvulus cardiophyllus?

Heart-leaved Evolvulus

Where is Evolvulus cardiophyllus native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Evolvulus genus

Evolvulus elegans, Evolvulus arenicola, Evolvulus lagopodioides, Evolvulus boliviensis, Evolvulus corumbaensis, Evolvulus linoides, Evolvulus choapanus, Evolvulus serpylloides, Evolvulus pusillus, Evolvulus cordatus, Evolvulus hallierii, Evolvulus minimus, Evolvulus siliceus, Evolvulus chrysotrichos, Evolvulus prostratus, Evolvulus riedelii, Evolvulus macroblepharis, Evolvulus cressoides, Evolvulus arbuscula, Evolvulus squamosus, Evolvulus passerinoides, Evolvulus jacobinus, Evolvulus maximiliani, Evolvulus diosmoides, Evolvulus phyllanthoides, Evolvulus alopecuroides, Evolvulus lithospermoides, Evolvulus kramerioides, Evolvulus comosus, Evolvulus helichrysoides, Evolvulus chapadensis, Evolvulus brevifolius, Evolvulus lagopus, Evolvulus niveus, Evolvulus helianthemifolius, Evolvulus alsinoides, Evolvulus anagalloides, Evolvulus arizonicus, Evolvulus aurigenius, Evolvulus barbatus, Evolvulus bogotensis, Evolvulus bracei, Evolvulus chamaepitys, Evolvulus daphnoides, Evolvulus elaeagnifolius, Evolvulus ericifolius, Evolvulus fieldii, Evolvulus filipes, Evolvulus flexuosus, Evolvulus frankenioides,

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,