Argyreia ridleyi
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NameArgyreia ridleyi
Scientific NameArgyreia ridleyi (Prain) Ooststr.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in low undulating country on sedimentary rock, specifically in felled forest areas near the border of Pahang and Johore, within the Lesong Forest Reserve in Malaysia.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit,whole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesUnknown. The provided information is from a botanical specimen and does not detail medicinal uses.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsUnknown. No information regarding contraindications is available from the provided source.
Cultivation NotesUnknown. The provided information is from a botanical specimen and does not detail cultivation practices.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Argyreia ridleyi is a slender woody climber, as evidenced by the woody stems and climbing habit. Its leaves are ovate to elliptic, and the plant produces oblong-ellipsoid fruits, which are noted to be pale magenta when fresh.
