Convolvulus arvensis
Liseron des champs
Field Bindweed
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Provence Verte |
| Flower colour | white |
| Flower size | 10-25 cm |
| Flowering months | April, May, June, July, August, September |
| Leaf type | Sagittate |
| Height | 50-200 cm |
Description
Very common, attractive flower, although seen as a pest by most gardeners and agriculturalists. It is a rapid grower, wrapping itself around the branches of the host plant with the consequence of choking it.
Grassy, waste areas.
Flowers
Flowers vividly white, in the form of a funnel, contrasting with the dark green leaves.
Leaves
Sagittate arrow-head shaped leaf with downward lobes. In spirals along the branches, stalked, 2-5 cm long.
Fruits Seeds
Capsule: round, 3 mm, light brown containing 2 seeds.
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