Upright Bindweed Calystegia spithamaea (formerly Convolvulus spithamaeus)

Other common names: Low Bindweed, Low False Bindweed Other scientific names: Convolvulus spithamaeus, Convolvulus camporum, Volvulus spithamaeus Family: Bindweed Family (Convolvulaceae) Group: Bindweeds Distinctive features: Large white flowers low to the ground. Similar species:   •   Eurasian Black Bindweed (Fallopia convolvulus) - Small greenish flowers.   •   Hedge Bindweed (Calystegia sepium) - Large white/pink flowers. Leaves have square bases.   •   Field Bindweed (Convolvulus arvensis) - Leaves have two pointy ends near the base. Smaller flowers. Flowers: Spring, Summer;  White;  5 parts (petals);  Large. Leaves: Alternate, Simple, Entire Habitat: Fields and Open Areas;  Open areas, dry soil. Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 198    Peterson's Field Guide to Wildflowers: 12    ROM Field Guide to Wildflowers of Ontario: 239    Native/Non-native: Native Photographs: 41 photographs available, of which 7 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS. Range Map is at the bottom of the page

Wildflowers ● Bindweeds