Bonamia longitubulosa
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NameBonamia longitubulosa
Scientific NameBonamia longitubulosa Breteler
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in the Ituri Forest region, specifically around Epulu in Haut-Zaire (now Democratic Republic of Congo), at an elevation of 750m. It thrives in forest environments.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for this species in the provided metadata or image. Further ethnobotanical research would be required to ascertain its traditional applications.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications or drug interactions are documented for this species based on the provided information.
Cultivation NotesSpecific cultivation notes are not available for this species from the provided sources. It is likely adapted to its native forest habitat in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This plant is a liana (woody vine) characterized by alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves. Its inflorescences bear 5-merous flowers with a tubular corolla approximately 5 cm long, featuring 5 yellow lobes and 5 stamens fused to the corolla tube. The gynoecium is bicarpellate.
