Evolvulus nummularius L.
| Etymology | Genus | Non-twining; likely referring to the creeping form |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Coin-shaped; referring the leaves | |
| Family | Convolvulaceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Roundleaf Bindweed | |
| Status | Exotic: Naturalised | |
| Form | Creeping herb | |
| Native Distribution | Tropical America & Africa | |
Diagnostics
Evolvulus nummularius is a creeping herb with alternatively arranged, rounded leaves with a notched base and tiny white flowers to about 8mm across.
Interesting Facts
This little herb is first recorded locally in 2016 along a pavement in Hougang (Chua, 2016).
Creeping habit of the Roundleaf Bindweed.
Rounded leaves with notched base.
Unopened flower.
References
Chua KS (2016) New record of the creeping plant Evolvulus nummularius in Singapore. Singapore Biodiversity Records, 2016: 161.
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2018-04-21 / Modified: 2025-10-27