Hyalocystis viscosa
Image: Friis, I.; Vollesen, K.; Abdisalam Sheikh Hassan (cc-by)
NameHyalocystis viscosa
Scientific NameHyalocystis viscosa Hallier fil.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis plant is found in Acacia tortilis bushland on red sand. The specimen was collected in the Shabeellaha Hoose Region of Somalia, approximately 100 km northeast of Jilib, along the main road to Baraawe, at an elevation of about 25 meters above sea level.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,whole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Preparation Methods
Rarityuncommon
Description
A trailing perennial herb characterized by numerous stems arising from a woody rootstock. Its flowers display an orange-yellow hue, often streaked with purple.
