Bonamia rosiewiseae
Image: Wood, J.R.I.; Villarroel, D.; Pozo, P. (cc-by)
NameBonamia rosiewiseae
Scientific NameBonamia rosiewiseae J.R.I.Wood
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in sandy areas within cerrado-type vegetation in Bolivia, specifically in the Santa Cruz department. This habitat is characterized by sparse trees and shrubs. The species is locally frequent and abundant, forming large colonies in low cerrado scrublands.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented for this species on the provided herbarium sheet. As a newly described species, its ethnobotanical applications may not yet be widely known or recorded.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications or drug interactions are known or documented for this species based on the available information.
Cultivation NotesThis plant thrives in sandy soils and requires conditions typical of cerrado vegetation, including full sun and well-drained soil. It is adapted to environments with sparse tree and shrub cover and can form large, localized colonies.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This is a perennial herb characterized by several herbaceous stems that emerge from a woody base. The entire plant, especially the younger parts, is covered in gray hairs. Its leaves are notably pale on the underside, and it produces flowers with a pale blue corolla. Individual plants typically grow to less than 1 meter in height.
