Argyreia lamii
NameArgyreia lamii
Scientific NameArgyreia lamii Ooststr.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the tropical rainforests of Borneo (Sarawak, Sabah, Kalimantan), typically found in lowland and hill forest ecosystems.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for Argyreia lamii in available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for Argyreia lamii due to a lack of known medicinal use or chemical analysis.
Cultivation NotesAs a tropical vine native to Borneo, Argyreia lamii would likely thrive in warm, humid conditions with rich, well-draining soil and require support for its climbing habit. It prefers partial shade to full sun.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Argyreia lamii is a climbing vine characterized by large, ovate to broadly elliptic leaves with prominent venation. Its inflorescence consists of small clusters of campanulate or funnel-shaped flowers emerging from the leaf axils.
