Convolvulus cantabrica aka Cantabrican Morning Glory

Taxonomy

Convolvulus cantabrica, also known as Cantabrican morning glory or dwarf morning glory, is a herbaceous perennial plant from the Convolvulus genus in the Convolvulaceae family. It is a woody-based perennial with sprawling stems and narrow leaves covered in silvery hairs. This hemicryptophyte scapose plant typically grows to a height of 20-50 centimeters. Its lanceolate leaves are hairy on both sides and arranged alternately. The flowers, which appear in summer, start off funnel-shaped and then open almost flat. They are wide and actinomorphic, arranged on a long petiole at the leaf axils.

Common names

Cantabrican Morning Glory, Dwarf Morning Glory, Cantabrian Bindweed

How to care for Cantabrican Morning Glory

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Cantabrican Morning Glory due to its easy-going nature.

Water

Cantabrican Morning Glory should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Cantabrican Morning Glory prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.


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