Bonamia thunbergiana
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NameBonamia thunbergiana
Scientific NameBonamia thunbergiana (Roem. & Schult.) F.N.Williams
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to disturbed high forests in tropical regions, specifically documented in Liberia at altitudes around 545 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo documented traditional medicinal uses are readily available for this specific species.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented due to a lack of medicinal use information.
Cultivation NotesAs a tropical winding liana from disturbed high forest, it likely thrives in warm, humid environments with ample sunlight or partial shade and requires structural support for climbing.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A winding liana characterized by its alternate, simple leaves, which are noted to be golden-brown on their undersides. The herbarium specimen displays branches with ovate to elliptical leaves and clusters of dried flowers or fruits in the leaf axils.
