Field Bindweed

Genus: Convolvulus

Species: arvensis

Description: Perennial vine of the morning-glory family, has dull green leaves and light pink to white flowers.

Where it grows: Grows in orchards, vineyards, roadsides, ditchbanks, cropland streambanks and lakeshores.

How it spreads: Spreads by rhizome (underground stems) and seeds.

What it threatens: Can twine and form dense tangled mats, takes nutrients and water from natives. Primarily a problem in riparian corridors and shurbland/grassland, where it can rapidly choke out native grasses.

More information: Nature Conservancy website

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