Dicranostyles laxa
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NameDicranostyles laxa
Scientific NameDicranostyles laxa Ducke
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in hillside forests on clayey soil within the Ducke Forest Reserve, near Manaus-Itacoatiara, Amazonas, Brazil.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
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Preparation Methods
Rarityuncommon
Description
Dicranostyles laxa is a woody liana characterized by simple, alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves. The specimen shows dried leaves and stems, with mention of green fruits.
