Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
scammonia
ID:
1299196

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

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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.

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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,