Caiophora madrequisa
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NameCaiophora madrequisa
Scientific NameCaiophora madrequisa Killip
Common NamesStinging Climber
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatNative to high-altitude cloud forest edges (3100m) in Madidi National Park, Puina Viejo, Bolivia, often found growing with Weinmannia, Miconia, and Clusia species.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described for Caiophora madrequisa in the provided metadata or image.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications or drug interactions are mentioned for Caiophora madrequisa in the provided metadata or image.
Cultivation NotesSpecific cultivation notes are not available. However, its natural habitat at 3100m in Bolivian cloud forests suggests it requires cool, moist, and possibly high-humidity conditions.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A climbing plant characterized by deeply lobed or pinnatifid leaves and stems that are noted to be stinging. It produces orange flowers and is represented here as a pressed herbarium specimen with developing fruits.
