Caiophora pterosperma
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NameCaiophora pterosperma
Scientific NameCaiophora pterosperma (G.Don) Urb. & Gilg
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatFound in clayey soils, typically climbing on thorny bushes at high altitudes around 3350 meters. This specimen was collected near Chiquián in the Ancash Department of Peru.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesThrives in clayey soil conditions and high-altitude environments, typically found climbing on other vegetation. Requires conditions mimicking its native Andean habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A voluble herbaceous plant characterized by deeply lobed leaves and distinctive flowers. The flowers are noted to be white with reddish nectaries, typical of the genus Caiophora.
