Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
germaniciae
ID:
156487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 4: 104 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155816

Common Names

  • Germanic Morning Glory
  • Germanic Bindweed
  • Germanic Convolvulus

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Description

Convolvulus germaniciae (also called German bindweed, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Convolvulus germaniciae is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Convolvulus germaniciae is a white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed, while the seedlings are small, hairy, and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus germaniciae is a small, evergreen shrub, growing to 1 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Convolvulus germaniciae

Convolvulus germaniciae is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Convolvulus germaniciae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus germaniciae?

Convolvulus germaniciae

What is the common name of Convolvulus germaniciae?

German Bindweed

What is the natural habitat of Convolvulus germaniciae?

Dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes

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,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:266259-1: Based on the initial data import