Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
gracillimus
ID:
156500

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 92: 274 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155829

Common Names

  • Graceful Bindweed
  • Graceful Convolvulus
  • Slender Bindweed

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Description

Convolvulus gracillimus (also called slender 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 gracillimus is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and to reduce air pollution in indoor spaces.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Convolvulus gracillimus is a small, white, trumpet-shaped flower, borne on a long stalk. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Convolvulus gracillimus 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 gracillimus

Convolvulus gracillimus is found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.

Convolvulus gracillimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Convolvulus gracillimus?

Convolvulus gracillimus

What is the common name of Convolvulus gracillimus?

Graceful Bindweed

What is the natural habitat of Convolvulus gracillimus?

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,