Calystegia marginata

Forest Bindweed

Slender twining perennial.

Additional information

• FamilyConvolvulaceae
• StoreyMiddle storey
• SizeTwining 1-2 m
• Plant groupingClimbers & creepers
• LeavesArrow-shaped leaves on long stalks have wavy margins, 3-10 cm x 1.5-8 cm.
• Flower colourWhite to pale pink-mauve
• Flowering timeOctober to January
• FlowersSingle funnel-shaped flowers to 2 cm long on long stalks.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist to wet areas in gullies and forests. Partial and dappled shade.
• Garden useA light climber for a moist dark spot. Masses of short-lived flowers. Can be pruned.
• Commercially availableIndigenous nursery
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

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