Convolvulaceae
Synonyms
Evolvulus
Merremia
Merremias
Rivea
Riveas
Turbina
Turbinas
The morning glory family of flowering plants, of the order Solanales, which includes about 50 genera and at least 1,400 species. Leaves are alternate and flowers are funnel-shaped. Most are twining and erect herbs, with a few woody vines, trees, and shrubs.