Family:

Convolvulaceae

Convolvulus erubescens

Australian Bindweed

Other Names: Blushing Bindweed

Regional Subspecies:

Occurrence:

Habitat & Site Selection:

Sclerophyll forest, woodland and grassland. Prefers well-drained soil and full sun. 

Habit:

Perennial with trailing and twining stems, with highly variable leaves. Pink flowers throughout year, mainly spring-summer.

Seed Collection:

Mid Jan to late Feb.

Propagation:

From cuttings, which strike readily. Also from seed, which may require scarifying.

VALUES:

First Nations:

Plant parts boiled and extract used to treat diarrhoea and stomach ache.

Ornamental:

Useful small climber or trailer for gardens. Highly attractive in flower.

Other:

Grazed readily by stock.