Bonamia balansae
Image: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (cc0)
NameBonamia balansae
Scientific NameBonamia balansae Hallier fil.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound climbing in disturbed bushy roadside vegetation on calcareous soil in the State of Matto Grosso do Sul, Brazil, specifically near the BR262 highway about 33km from Corumbá.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are specified in the provided herbarium specimen or metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications are specified in the provided context.
Cultivation NotesThis species thrives in disturbed areas with calcareous soil, suggesting it may prefer well-drained, alkaline conditions and can tolerate some disturbance. As a climbing plant, it would require support for optimal growth.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This specimen of Bonamia balansae is a climbing plant, characterized by ovate leaves and clusters of developing flower buds or fruits along its stems. The original flowers are noted to have waxy cream corollas.
