Calycobolus gilgianus
Image: Meise Botanic Garden (cc-by)
NameCalycobolus gilgianus
Scientific NameCalycobolus gilgianus (Pilg.) Heine
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species was collected in Cameroon, specifically along the Bertoua - Yaoundé road, between Doume and Abong Mbang, in a remnant of degraded primary forest.
Parts Usedleaf
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesInformation regarding the traditional medicinal uses of Calycobolus gilgianus is not provided in the given image or metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications for Calycobolus gilgianus are available from the provided image and metadata.
Cultivation NotesCultivation notes for Calycobolus gilgianus are not provided in the given context.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Calycobolus gilgianus is a woody vine or shrub, as evidenced by its robust stem and alternate, simple, ovate leaves. The specimen shows dried foliage, typical of a herbarium collection, with visible venation.
