Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
malacophylla
ID:
1297833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) Munz

Source:
tro

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Calif. Fl. : 85 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297171

Common Names

  • Calystegia malacophylla
  • Malacophylla Vine
  • Tree Vines

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Description

Calystegia malacophylla (also called Soft-leaved Bindweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous flowering plant native to western North America. It has twining stems and white flowers. It is found in grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calystegia malacophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calystegia malacophylla var. berryi (Eastw.) Brummitt
Calystegia malacophylla sub. pedicellata (Jeps.) Munz
Calystegia malacophylla sub. malacophylla

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calystegia malacophylla has white to pinkish flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calystegia malacophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Calystegia malacophylla

Calystegia malacophylla can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Calystegia malacophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calystegia malacophylla?

Calystegia malacophylla

What is the common name of Calystegia malacophylla?

Soft-Leaved Bindweed

What is the family of Calystegia malacophylla?

Convolvulaceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-8500626: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Philip A. Munz (1892-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munz' in the authors string.