Calycobolus petitianus
Image: Lisowski, S. (cc-by)
NameCalycobolus petitianus
Scientific NameCalycobolus petitianus
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the Haut-Shaba region (now Katanga Province) of the Democratic Republic of Congo, typically found in shrublands and bushlands on hillsides.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Calycobolus petitianus in available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone specifically documented for Calycobolus petitianus.
Cultivation NotesAs a tropical liana or shrub from Central Africa, it would likely require warm, humid conditions, well-drained soil, and support for climbing if grown outside its natural habitat. Specific cultivation details are not widely documented.
Rarityrare
Description
A woody liana or shrub characterized by alternate, simple, ovate to lanceolate leaves with entire margins. The specimen shows small, dried axillary flower or fruit structures along its woody stems, typical of a tropical climber.
