Fuertesia domingensis
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NameFuertesia domingensis
Scientific NameFuertesia domingensis Urban
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in the Dominican Republic, specifically in the Sierra de Baoruco, Barahona Province, within the valley of the Río Baoruco, near the area known as Los Morones. It grows in broadleaf forests at an altitude of approximately 30 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented on the provided herbarium label or readily available from general botanical sources for this specific species.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone documented.
Cultivation NotesSpecific cultivation notes are not available from the provided herbarium specimen, which primarily details collection and habitat information.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Fuertesia domingensis is a plant species characterized by its slender stems and ovate to cordate leaves, as observed in the herbarium specimen. The specimen indicates the presence of light green flowers, though they are not clearly visible in the preserved material.
