Calystegia subvolubilis
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Basic Information
Family: Convolvulaceae
Genus: calystegia
Plant ID (slug): calystegia-subvolubilis
Numeric ID: 23787
USDA Hardiness: 4-8
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Physical Characteristics
Calystegia subvolubilis is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 3 m (9ftĀ 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - Japan.
Habitats
Woodland GardenĀ Dappled Shade;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Root Shoots Edible Uses: Root - cooked[105]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. Young shoots - cooked[105]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, at least some, if not all members of this genus are purgative[173], some caution is advised.
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Calystegia subvolubilis
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