convolvulus
- noun
- /kənˈvɑlvjələs/
- Specialized
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convolvulus
- The garden was filled with convolvulus climbing up the trellis.
Examples
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The garden was overrun with convolvulus climbing up the fences and shrubs.
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She identified the white-flowered convolvulus growing along the roadside.
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Farmers often find convolvulus a troublesome weed due to its rapid spreading nature.
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I planted convolvulus in my backyard last spring.
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Farmers often find convolvulus a troublesome weed due to its rapid spreading nature.
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She identified the white-flowered convolvulus growing along the roadside.
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The garden was overrun with convolvulus climbing up the fences and shrubs.
Synonyms
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A fast growing climbing or creeping plant with white funnel shaped flowers that smothers other plants
Compounds
- Specialized
A climbing plant with white or pink flowers that lives many years and grows as a common weed
- Specialized
A climbing plant with cream to purple flowers whose thick roots make a strong laxative
- Specialized
A climbing plant with pink or white flowers shaped like a trumpet that grows along hedges
Surface Forms
Etymology
Convolvulus comes from Latin parts con- 'together' and volvere 'to roll', so the name means 'to roll together'. This gives a clear picture: the plant twists and wraps itself around fences and other plants, which is why convolvulus refers to twining or trailing vines like bindweed.