Convolvulus tricolor (Convolvulaceae)

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Convolvulus tricolor
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The Convolvulus tricolor plant species is found in S. Europe - Portugal, Spain and Sicily. It is a member of the Convolvulaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Convolvulus tricolor
Family:  Convolvulaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.2

Habitat:  Dry open habitats[50].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a sheltered position in a well-drained low to medium fertility soil and a very sunny position[200]. This plant is generally hardy to zone 8 (tolerating temperatures down to about -5°) but some forms are much hardier and can tolerate temperatures down to about -20°c[200]. An annual to short-lived perennial species, it is usually grown as an annual in Britain[200]. This plant is a very good attractant for hoverflies[200]. Hoverflies, and especially their larvae, are quite good predators on aphids.

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