Family:
CONVOLVULACEAE
Convolvulus erubescens
Australian Bindweed
Other Names: Blushing Bindweed, Pink Bindweed, Morning Glory, Australian Dodder
Regional Subspecies:
n/a
HABIT:
Perennial with trailing and twining stems, highly variable leaves. Pink flowers throughout the year, mainly spring-summer.
HABITAT & SITE PREFERENCE:
Wide range of habitats across the Riverina and South West Slopes. Prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Prefers 300 – 450 mm rainfall in the Riverina.
SEED COLLECTION & PROPAGATION:
Collect mid-Jan to late Feb. Propagate from cuttings (strikes readily) or scarified seed.
VALUES & USES:
Plant parts used by First Nations People to treat diarrhoea and stomach ache. Useful small climber or trailer for gardens, attractive in flower. Grazed readily by stock.