Evolvulus Species, Slender Dwarf Morning Glory, Tropical Speedwell
Evolvulusalsinoides

Family: Convolvulaceae (kon-volv-yoo-LAY-see-ee)
Genus: Evolvulus (ee-VOLV-yoo-lus)
Species: alsinoides (al-SEEN-oy-dees)

Synonym:Convolvulus alsinoides

Synonym:Evolvulus albiflorus

Synonym:Evolvulus azureus

Synonym:Evolvulus chinensis

Synonym:Evolvulus debilis

Category
Perennials
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Vines and Climbers

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Evergreen
Succulent

Foliage Color

Height

Spacing

Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color
Lavender

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Blooms all year

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall

Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds