Hedge Bindweed

Also known as larger bindweed, it grows over other plants (as the name suggests) and twines around them in a counter-clockwise direction. This particular plant was growing over another bush, and part of a metal fence. This species is identified by its leaves, which are narrow and pointed. It flowers in late summer, flowers are normally white (as in the picture) or have pale pink stripes. Because of its ability to strangle cultivated bushes or trees, it is regarded as a noxious weed in gardens.