Rutland Beauty

Rutland Beauty (Calystegia sepium) is also known as Larger Bindweed or Hedge Bindweed. This perennial vine belongs to the Convolvulaceae Family. It is quite common in the Low Beskid's forests and thickets. The shape of its white flower resembles a wine glass. Flowers appear from June to September. They do not have any fragrance and they close up at night and during rain. This is a poisonous plant. The Low Beskid - Slope of Mount Woltuszowska - July 8, 2008.