Evolvulus rufus
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NameEvolvulus rufus
Scientific NameEvolvulus rufus A.St.-Hil.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to 'Campo-itabirito' (a type of savanna or grassland) in Brazil, specifically found in the Serra da Piedade region within the Caeté municipality.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Evolvulus rufus in readily available ethnobotanical literature. While the genus Evolvulus contains species with various properties, this particular species lacks specific ethnobotanical records.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for Evolvulus rufus due to a lack of known medicinal uses or toxicity studies.
Cultivation NotesThis small shrub is adapted to 'Campo-itabirito' environments, suggesting it prefers open, possibly rocky or sandy soils typical of Brazilian savannas. It is likely a hardy plant thriving in its native habitat conditions.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Evolvulus rufus is a small shrub, typically growing to about 0.30 meters in height. It features multiple stems and densely arranged, somewhat scale-like leaves. The plant is characterized by a fibrous root system and produces blue flowers.
