Tie Vine

© Winnie Burkett. Photographed on the Bolivar Peninsula.

Ipomoea cordatotriloba

Alternate Name: Purple Bindweed

Family: (Convolvulaceae) Morning-Glory

Habitat: Almost anywhere. Often found in disturbed areas.

Height: Stems grow up to 15 ft. or more

Bloom Period: March - December

Description: Perennial vine. Orchid-colored blooms with deep purple centers. Leaves are either trilobed or heart-shaped. Plants grow in full sun and partial shade and are very tolerant of summer heat. Exceptionally long blooming season.

Propagation Tips: Self seeds freely.

The Wildlife Connection: Hummingbirds love this plant! Larval food source for variegated frittilary.

Tie Vine

© Winnie Burkett. Photographed on the Bolivar Peninsula.