Erycibe aenea
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NameErycibe aenea
Scientific NameErycibe aenea
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in tropical rainforests, specifically on hillsides and in areas of regrowth or secondary forest in Malaysia, such as the Tahan Woods in Pahang.
Parts Usedleaf
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesWhile other species within the Erycibe genus are used in traditional medicine for various ailments like pain and inflammation, specific traditional uses for Erycibe aenea are not well-documented in readily available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications or drug interactions are widely documented for Erycibe aenea due to limited research.
Cultivation NotesAs a tropical woody climber, Erycibe aenea thrives in warm, humid environments with well-drained soil and requires structural support for its climbing habit. It is typically found in forest understories or disturbed areas.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Erycibe aenea is a woody climber characterized by its alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves with prominent venation. The specimen shows a branching stem with small, developing flower buds in the leaf axils, suggesting a plant that produces green to white flowers.
