Field bindweed is a twining and trailing perennial vine with prostrate stems. It has an extensive root system with taproots and creeping lateral roots. Stems are twisted and up to 6 ft (180 cm) long. Leaves are alternate and often shaped like arrowheads. Flowers are up to 1 in (2 ½ cm) in diameter with five white to pink fused petals. Two small bracts are located below the flower. Fruits are egg-shaped with 1–4 dark brown seeds.