Gibsoniothamnus epiphyticus
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NameGibsoniothamnus epiphyticus
Scientific NameGibsoniothamnus epiphyticus
Plant FamilyPlantaginaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Central America, specifically collected in La Hondura, Province of San José, Costa Rica. It grows epiphytically on trees at altitudes ranging from 1300 to 1700 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,whole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented on the specimen or readily available in common ethnobotanical sources for this species.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone documented for this species.
Cultivation NotesThis epiphytic shrub requires a host tree or suitable arboreal substrate, high humidity, and specific temperature ranges mimicking its natural montane cloud forest habitat at altitudes of 1300-1700 meters.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This is an epiphytic small shrub, characterized by woody stems, ovate leaves, and purple inflorescences. The herbarium specimen displays dried aerial parts of the plant, including stems and leaves.
