Erycibe clemensiae
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NameErycibe clemensiae
Scientific NameErycibe clemensiae Ooststr.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to high forest environments in northeastern New Guinea, specifically noted around Sattelberg, Varco in the Morobe District, at elevations around 2000 feet. It grows as a large climbing liana.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesTraditional medicinal uses for Erycibe clemensiae are not documented in the provided herbarium specimen or metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications are documented in the provided context for Erycibe clemensiae.
Cultivation NotesThis liana thrives in tropical high forest conditions, requiring a warm, humid environment and suitable support for its climbing growth habit.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Erycibe clemensiae is a woody liana characterized by alternate, simple, ovate to elliptic leaves with entire margins. It produces clusters of small flowers or fruits in axillary or terminal inflorescences.
