Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness
Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences
Convolvulus arvensis Linnaeus
(Field Bindweed)
Family: Convolvulaceae
Status: Exotic, Noxious Weed (Class C, widespread within the state)
Synonyms:
None
Convolvulus arvensis is a weedy vine found sprawling in the cracks of sidewalks and along
the roadside. The flowers are white and age in just a few hours to pink or faintly purple. Convolvulus arvensis is found in middle elevations.
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Convolvulus arvensis, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City, Apr. 30, 2008
Convolvulus arvensis, detail of flower, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City, Apr. 30, 2008
Convolvulus arvensis, detail of fresh flower, photo Russ Kleinman, Silver City, Apr. 30, 2008
Convolvulus arvensis, flowers, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Acklin Hill, April 25, 2010
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