Dicranostyles costanensis
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NameDicranostyles costanensis
Scientific NameDicranostyles costanensis
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in evergreen forests along the Cristalina stream up to the plains of Cerro La Nulita in Venezuela, at altitudes ranging from 250 to 280 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described for this species in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone specified in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesNo cultivation notes are provided in the source material.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Dicranostyles costanensis is a high-climbing liana characterized by coriaceous leaves, deep green above and dull green below. It produces white corollas with 4 mm long lobes, ferruginous-tawny calyces, and buff-white anthers, leading to a bifid-stiped fruit measuring approximately 2.5 cm long and 1.6 cm broad.
