Bonamia holtii
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NameBonamia holtii
Scientific NameBonamia holtii O'Donell
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the Amazonas state, Atures department, Venezuela, specifically found near 'caño el Paso' (a small stream or channel) close to the Sipapo River. This indicates a tropical riparian or forest edge habitat.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo documented traditional medicinal uses are readily available for Bonamia holtii.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone documented due to a lack of ethnobotanical research and known medicinal uses for this specific species.
Cultivation NotesSpecific cultivation notes for Bonamia holtii are not well-documented, as it is primarily known as a wild species from its native tropical habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A creeping or trailing vine characterized by light purple flowers. The specimen shows ovate leaves and clusters of developing fruits or persistent calyces in the leaf axils along its slender stem.
