Convolvulus peninsularis
Image: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (cc0)
NameConvolvulus peninsularis
Scientific NameConvolvulus peninsularis J.R.I.Wood & Scotland
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to arid regions, specifically documented in the Sultanate of Oman at low altitudes (20 m) in areas like Breik Qotait. It thrives in dry, possibly rocky or sandy environments.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for Convolvulus peninsularis in the provided image or metadata. Ethnobotanical information for this recently described species is likely scarce or not widely published.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are known for Convolvulus peninsularis from the provided data. General contraindications for some Convolvulus species (e.g., strong purgatives) would include pregnancy, breastfeeding, and intestinal obstruction, but this is speculative for C. peninsularis.
Cultivation NotesThis species likely prefers arid to semi-arid climates with well-drained soil and full sun exposure, mimicking its natural habitat in Oman. It is adapted to dry conditions and may be drought-tolerant.
Rarityrare
Description
A slender, branched herbaceous plant, typically growing to about 15 cm tall. The herbarium specimen shows delicate stems with small, possibly microphyllous (small-leaved) structures or buds, characteristic of some desert-adapted Convolvulus species.
