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UK SilverbushAlso known as: Silvery Bindweed, Shrubby Bindweed

Shrub Icon Cultivated Flower    
Image of Silverbush
Convolvulus cneorum
Family: Convolulaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Silverbush
Also Known As Silvery Bindweed, Shrubby Bindweed
Scientific Name Convolvulus cneorum
MainColor White
PlantType Shrub Icon Shrub
Distribution Cultivated Flower Cultivated
Season Found May (May - Jul)
ImageUrl Convolvulus-002
Photographer DP
Location Found Bedmond
Country Found UK
Last Updated 11 September 2026
Photo Quality A

Flower Details

Description

Silverbush is a small, evergreen shrub known for its silvery-grey foliage and funnel-shaped white to pale pink flowers. It typically grows to about 60 cm in height and blooms in late spring to early summer.

Distribution

Native to the Mediterranean region, Silverbush is often found in rocky and coastal areas, thriving in well-drained soils and full sun.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - not known to be consumed by humans.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - considered safe for pets, with no known toxic effects.

Active Compounds

None known.

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