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shortstalk false bindweed

Scientific Name: Calystegia silvatica

Family: Convolvulaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Vine, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Calystegia silvatica: Shortstalk False Bindweed

Calystegia silvatica, commonly known as shortstalk false bindweed, is a climbing vine belonging to the bindweed or morning glory family.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a climbing vine which can form a thick ground cover.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Calystegia silvatica (Kit.) Griseb.
  • Common Names: Shortstalk false bindweed, giant bindweed, greater bindweed, hedge bindweed, large bindweed.
  • Family: Convolvulaceae (Morning Glory family)
  • Genus: Calystegia R. Br.
  • Synonyms:
    • Calystegia sylvatica syn C silvatica
    • Calystegia sylvestris
    • Convolvulus sylvaticus
  • Subspecies:
    • Calystegia silvatica (Kit.) Griseb. subsp. fraterniflora (Mack. & Bush) Brummitt
    • Calystegia silvatica ssp. silvatica
    • Calystegia silvatica ssp. fraterniflora

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant can be found in locations such as Streambanks and lake margins.
  • Observed in locations such as Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Calystegia silvatica is a perennial vine, described as a forb/herb, known for its climbing habit.
  • It forms a thick ground cover and climbs into the canopy of woody plants.

Ecological Role

  • Calystegia silvatica is sometimes considered a weed, particularly in hedgerows.

Additional Information

  • The plant flowers.