Convolvulaceae

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Bindweed family
Ipomoea imperati
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Clade:	Tracheophytes
Clade:	Angiosperms
Clade:	Eudicots
Clade:	Asterids
Order:	Solanales
Family:	Convolvulaceae Juss.
Type genus
Convolvulus L.
Genera
See text

Convolvulaceae (⫽kənˌvɒlvjəˈleɪsi.iː, -aɪ⫽), commonly called the bindweeds or morning glories, is a family of about 60 genera and more than 1,650 species. These species are primarily herbaceous vines, but also include trees, shrubs and herbs. The tubers of several species are edible, the best known of which is the sweet potato.