Convolvulus arvensis
Field bindweed
Convolvulus arvensis, commonly known as field bindweed, is a resilient perennial herb frequently viewed as a nuisance in agriculture. Beyond its reputation as a persistent weed, it holds significant ethnobotanical importance. Historically, various cultures have utilized its roots and leaves in traditional medicine to treat diverse ailments.
- Scientific name: Convolvulus arvensis
- Family: Convolvulaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Solanales, it is classified under the family Convolvulaceae and the genus Convolvulus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Solanales | WCVP |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Convolvulus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Convolvulus arvensis, is referred to by several common names across different Chinese linguistic regions. In Simplified Chinese, it is called 田旋花 (zh-hans), as is the case in mainland China (zh-cn), Singapore (zh-sg), and Hong Kong (zh-hk). Similarly, in Traditional Chinese, the name used is 田旋花 (zh-hant).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh-hans | 田旋花 | Wikidata |
| zh-hant | 田旋花 | Wikidata |
| zh-hk | 田旋花 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 田旋花 | Wikidata |
| zh-sg | 田旋花 | Wikidata |
| zh-tw | 田旋花 | Wikidata |
| eu | Ezkerte beltz | Wikidata |
| pl | powój polny | Wikidata |
| he | חבלבל השדה | Wikidata |
| fr | Liseron des champs | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known as Convolvulus arvensis, exhibits a widespread presence across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally throughout the landscapes of Denmark. Its distribution also extends to the territories of Finland and Norway. Furthermore, the species is commonly documented across the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Together, these locations highlight its significant presence within the northern reaches of the continent.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as field bindweed, possesses distinct morphological characteristics in its vegetative structures. The roots are particularly notable for being extensive, perennial, and creeping, which allows the plant to spread aggressively and survive in various soil conditions. Its leaves are typically alternate and arrow-shaped or hastate, providing a lush green appearance as they climb surrounding vegetation.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Convolvulus arvensis has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, ascorbic acid, coumarins, fatty acids, glycolipid.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fatty acids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glycolipid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| himachalene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| longifolene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sterols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| thymol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Convolvulus arvensis has 4 reported activities identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antioxidant, Anticancer, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Convolvulus arvensis has 7 reported medicinal uses identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, angiogenesis, cancer, free radicals.
- Total uses
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| E. coli | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| angiogenesis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| free radicals | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infections | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| infectious diseases | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |