Rank Species | Genus Convolvulus Higher classification Bindweed | |
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Similar Bindweed, Convolvulaceae, Convolvulus sabatius, Ipomoea tricolor, Convolvulus althaeoides | ||
Convolvulus tricolor (syn. C. minor), is a species of morning glory known by the common names dwarf morning-glory and tricolour convolvulus.
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Description
It is a short to medium annual plant with solitary long-stalked flowers. The flower is a tri-coloured funnel-shaped bloom about three centimeters wide, blue with white and a yellow centre.
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Subspecies
O. Bolòs et J. Vigoe distinguish Convolvulus tricolor ssp. pentapetaloides (L.) O.Bolòs & Vigo, found in the Balearic isles, from the type subspecies (Convolvulus tricolor ssp tricolor) by flowers that are smaller (7-10 mm), and both the calyx and the capsule having few or no hairs.
Habitat
Common on cultivated land, dry open habitats, sandy places and roadsides. Soil must be warmed to at least 64°F to grow without any issues.
Distribution
This flowering plant is native to the Mediterranean Basin, particularly the south, but it is occasionally seen in other areas of similar climate. In Spain it can be found in the Balearic Islands, and Andalusia, especially in the Costa del Sol.
Cultivation
Convolvulus tricolor is usually cultivated for ornamental purposes. Cultivars include: Red Ensign, Blue Ensign