Calycobolus heudelotii
NameCalycobolus heudelotii
Scientific NameCalycobolus heudelotii
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to tropical Africa, this vine typically grows in forest margins, disturbed areas, and secondary forests, often climbing on other vegetation or along banks.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Calycobolus heudelotii are not widely documented in accessible ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications or drug interactions are widely documented for Calycobolus heudelotii.
Cultivation NotesThis tropical vine thrives in warm, humid climates with well-drained soil. It requires support for its climbing habit and prefers partial shade to full sun conditions typical of forest understories or edges.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Calycobolus heudelotii is a woody climbing vine characterized by its simple, ovate to elliptic green leaves. It produces small, star-shaped white flowers and distinctive, papery, orbicular to heart-shaped, light green winged fruits.
