Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Hedge Bindweed |
| Also Known As | Large Bindweed |
| Scientific Name | Calystegia silvatica |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | May (Jul - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Calystegia-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Hedge Bindweed is a vigorous climbing plant with large, trumpet-shaped white flowers and arrow-shaped leaves. It is often seen scrambling over hedges, fences, and other plants, sometimes smothering them.
Distribution
Native to southern Europe and introduced to the UK, where it is now widespread. It thrives in disturbed ground, gardens, hedgerows, and riverbanks.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Some related bindweed species have been used traditionally as mild laxatives or for skin conditions, but Calystegia silvatica has little documented medicinal use.
Edibility
Not generally eaten due to its bitterness and potential for causing mild digestive discomfort.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Contains small amounts of compounds that can act as laxatives; may cause nausea or stomach upset if eaten raw.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly toxic to pets (may cause stomach upset if eaten)
Active Compounds
Contains resins and alkaloid-like substances, as well as phenolic compounds.