Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
tro
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 153 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298534
Common Names
- Convolvulus scammonia
- Scammonia Bindweed
- Scammonia Morning Glory
Description
Convolvulus scammonia (also called scammony bindweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central Asia. It has ovate leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Convolvulus scammonia is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Convolvulus scammonia is white or pink and has a funnel-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long hypocotyl.
Cultivation and Propagation
Convolvulus scammonia is an annual or perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Convolvulus scammonia
Convolvulus scammonia is native to the Mediterranean region.
Convolvulus scammonia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Convolvulus scammonia?
Convolvulus scammonia
What is the family of Convolvulus scammonia?
Convolvulaceae
Where is Convolvulus scammonia found?
It is found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.
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,