Erycibe sumatrensis
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NameErycibe sumatrensis
Scientific NameErycibe sumatrensis Merr.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the tropical forests of Sumatra, specifically documented from the East Coast region.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Erycibe sumatrensis in available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone widely documented for this species due to limited research.
Cultivation NotesNot widely cultivated; likely thrives in tropical, humid environments with rich soil, similar to its native Sumatran habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Erycibe sumatrensis is a woody plant, likely a vine or shrub, characterized by its alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves with entire margins. The specimen displays dried leaves, a woody stem, and clusters of small, dark, dried fruits or flowers.
