Bindweed, a medicinal annoyance

I had no idea that the leaves of bindweed could be so pretty as they fade. Bindweed (calystegia sepium) is a common plant that can drive many gardeners nuts. However it is actually medicinal, the leaves can be brewed into a tea to reduce strong menstrual bleeding and all parts can be taken as tea for laxative effects. Remember to never combine herbal remedies with pharmaceutical medications.

You can read more on PFAF: https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Calystegia+sepium