Evolvulus nummularius

• Botanical Name : Evolvulus nummularius (L) L.
• Synonyms : Convolvulus nummularius L.
• Common Name : Round Leaf Bindweed
• Plant Family : Convolvulaceae
• Plant Form : Herb
• Occurrence (Sectors) : 2, 28, 29
• Occurrence (Special Areas) : Indroda Park

About Evolvulus nummularius Plant :

• Habit : A prostrateherb rooting at the nodes.
• Leaves : Small, oblong.
• Flowers :
  • Small, white, axillary.
  • Stamens 5, styles 2, stigma bifid, long, born on style arms.
• Fruit : A 4-valved capsule.
• Flowering and Fruiting Time : August - September
• Significance : A common weed.