Catagory 1

FIELD BINDWEED

Convolvulus arvensis

CONVOLVULACEAE (Morning-glory family)

— creeping, perennial vine that reproduces from seeds and extensive root system

IDENTIFYING CHARACTERISTICS

  • Twining stems
  • Arrow-shaped leaves with blunt tips
  • Funnel-shaped, white to pinkish flowers
    with long stalks

This is a general table provided as a quick reference only. Treatments behave differently in different ecosystems.
What works in some areas of montana may not work in others. These treatments may also affect native and desirable plants.

FIELD BINDWEED

cut mow
hand pull (wear gloves)
herbicide
biological control
reseeding
domestic animal
cultivate

effective

moderately effective-
effective in combination with other treatments
ineffective

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