Evolvulus discolor
NameEvolvulus discolor
Scientific NameEvolvulus discolor
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to tropical and subtropical regions, this plant is often found in open, disturbed areas, grasslands, savannas, and rocky slopes with well-drained soils. It thrives in full sun.
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Traditional UsesWhile the genus Evolvulus contains species like E. alsinoides (Shankhpushpi) that are highly valued in traditional medicine for nervine and adaptogenic properties, specific traditional medicinal uses for Evolvulus discolor are not widely documented in mainstream ethnobotanical literature.
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Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications or drug interactions are widely documented for Evolvulus discolor due to a lack of established medicinal use data.
Cultivation NotesThis plant prefers full sun exposure and well-drained soil, tolerating dry conditions once established. It is often cultivated as an ornamental groundcover or in rock gardens in warm climates.
Raritycommon
Description
Evolvulus discolor is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial characterized by small, ovate to lanceolate leaves covered in fine, silvery hairs, giving them a fuzzy appearance. It produces delicate, funnel-shaped flowers, typically pale lavender to blue with a distinct white or yellowish center, blooming singly or in small clusters from the leaf axils.
