Erycibe sumatrensis
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NameErycibe sumatrensis
Scientific NameErycibe sumatrensis Merr.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to lowland and hill forests of Southeast Asia, including Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Borneo, and the Philippines, where it typically grows as a liana, climbing on other vegetation.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesTraditional medicinal uses for Erycibe sumatrensis are not well-documented in readily available ethnobotanical literature. While some species within the Erycibe genus have traditional applications, specific uses for E. sumatrensis are largely unknown.
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Contraindications & WarningsInformation regarding contraindications for Erycibe sumatrensis is not documented.
Cultivation NotesAs a tropical liana, it requires a warm, humid climate, well-drained soil, and suitable support structures for climbing. It is typically found in forest environments.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Erycibe sumatrensis is a woody climbing plant or liana, characterized by its alternate, ovate to elliptic-oblong, leathery leaves with entire margins. It produces panicles of small flowers that develop into small, dark berries.
