Erycibe bullata
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NameErycibe bullata
Scientific NameErycibe bullata Ridl. ex Hoogland
Common NamesErycibe
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in riverine habitats, specifically documented from Sg. Meliau Tawai, Sabah, Malaysia.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesTraditional medicinal uses for Erycibe bullata are not well-documented. However, other species within the Erycibe genus are known to be used in traditional medicine in Southeast Asia for various ailments, including fever, cough, and pain.
Active Constituentsalkaloids, flavonoids, triterpenoids, steroids
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone specifically documented for Erycibe bullata.
Cultivation NotesAs a riverine species, it likely thrives in moist, humid environments with access to ample water, typical of tropical riparian zones.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Erycibe bullata is a shrub characterized by brown twigs and alternate, elliptic leaves with ribbed petioles. Its flowers are axillary, appearing in clusters of 2-5, each with green sepals and five white petals with a retuse apex.
