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field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis)

Field bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant with distinctive funnel-shaped white or pink flowers and vining growth.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Adaptable, prefers well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.

Water

Moderate

Tolerates drought but benefits from occasional deep watering during dry periods. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Adaptable, prefers well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Thrives in temperate climates; generally hardy.

Fertilizer

Low

Requires minimal feeding; light application of balanced fertilizer if growth is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Vine, Creeper

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.1 - 0.5 m

Spread

1 - 3 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Alternate

Flower Size

2 - 2.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Convolvulus ambigens House
Convolvulus auriculatus Desr.
Convolvulus cherleri C.Agardh ex Roem. & Schult.
Convolvulus corsicus Roem. & Schult.
Convolvulus europaeus Barb.-Gamp.
Convolvulus hastatus Forssk.
Convolvulus hastifolius Poir.
Convolvulus malcolmii Roxb.
Convolvulus segobricencis Pau
Convolvulus translucens Hance
Pantocsekia illyrica Griseb.
Strophocaulos arvensis (L.) Small
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familyConvolvulaceae
  • genusConvolvulus
  • speciesConvolvulus arvensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Contains tropane alkaloids that can cause gastrointestinal upset, colic, and other symptoms if ingested by humans or animals.

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