Purple Bindweed
Ipomoea cordatotriloba
Last reviewed: June 2026
Purple Bindweed is toxic to dogs and cats.
Listed as toxic by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) (last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435and your veterinarian's emergency line.
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Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
60"–72" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
AL, AR, FL, GA and 6 more states
Pollinators
butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Purple Bindweed is a native Texas vine that produces small purple morning glory-type flowers from summer through fall. This drought-tolerant climber can reach 5-6 feet in height and works well on trellises, fences, or as a groundcover in sunny locations.
In an HOA neighborhood
Purple Bindweed takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Requires support structure
- Can appear messy
Wildlife value
The flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators throughout its long blooming season from June to November.
Common questions
- How much sun does Purple Bindweed need?
- Purple Bindweed grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Purple Bindweed bloom?
- Purple Bindweed blooms in June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- Where is Purple Bindweed native?
- Purple Bindweed (Ipomoea cordatotriloba) is native to AL, AR, FL, GA and 6 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Purple Bindweed toxic to dogs?
- Yes. Purple Bindweed is listed as toxic to dogs by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (aspca.org). If your pet has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
- Is Purple Bindweed toxic to cats?
- Yes. Purple Bindweed is listed as toxic to cats by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (aspca.org). If your cat has been exposed, call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.
- What pollinators does Purple Bindweed attract?
- Purple Bindweed draws butterflies.
- Is Purple Bindweed HOA-friendly?
- Purple Bindweed takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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