citynature.eu

Copse bindweed

Fallopia dumetorum

Menu
Map

Many Fallopias are weeds. As is characteristic to weeds, copse bindweed grows on fallow land, wasteland, sandy slopes, roadsides, river shores, etc. Its leaves are whole-edged and 2–8 cm long. The flowers are green and located in the leaf axil by 2–5. The plant blossoms from May to July. The fruit is a three-edged nut. Many Fallopias are excellent for making tea. Copse bindweed grows to be very high in a very short period of time.