Ampelocera hottlei
NameAmpelocera hottlei
Scientific NameAmpelocera hottlei
Common NamesAmpelocera
Plant FamilyUlmaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Central America, specifically found in wet to moist lowland and premontane forests of countries like Costa Rica and Panama.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit,bark
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Ampelocera hottlei in ethnobotanical literature. Some species within the genus Ampelocera are known for their timber or edible fruits, but not for specific medicinal applications.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to a lack of documented traditional medicinal uses and scientific studies, specific contraindications for Ampelocera hottlei are unknown. Caution is advised as with any plant lacking extensive research.
Cultivation NotesThis tropical tree thrives in warm, humid climates with well-drained soil. It prefers partial to full sun exposure and is typically found in forest environments.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Ampelocera hottlei is a medium to large tropical tree characterized by its simple, alternate, ovate-elliptic leaves with entire margins. It produces small, round, green drupe-like fruits that are typically found in the leaf axils.
