Kingdom Plantae Family Convolvulaceae Scientific name Calystegia pulchra Rank Species | Order Solanales Genus Calystegia Higher classification Calystegia | |
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Similar Calystegia, Convolvulaceae, Calystegia silvatica, Calystegia occidentalis, Calystegia collina | ||
Calystegia pulchra is a species of morning glory known by the common name hairy bindweed. This is a climbing plant which may exceed three meters in height The bright pink corolla may be 5 to 7 centimeters and has distinct white stripes. This species is a weedy wildflower which has naturalized in many areas, including much of Europe. It is also grown as an ornamental plant. The exact origin of C. pulchra is unknown; it may be the result of hybridization between other Calystegia species.
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