Veriditas
Erycibe grandifolia

Erycibe grandifolia

Image: Mhd Ariffin, A.K.; Awok, W.; Jangarun Eri; Singgong, N. (cc-by)

NameErycibe grandifolia
Scientific NameErycibe grandifolia Merr. ex Hoogland
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in old secondary forests, including those planted with rubber trees, and in roadside lowland areas.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
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Preparation Methods
Rarityuncommon

Description

Erycibe grandifolia is a woody climber that can grow up to 45 meters tall with a trunk diameter of 6 cm. Its leaves are oblong, shiny dark green on the upper surface and pale green underneath, arranged either oppositely or alternately. The plant produces oblong fruits that mature from dark green to dark brown.

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