Hydrolea nigricaulis
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NameHydrolea nigricaulis
Scientific NameHydrolea nigricaulis Wright ex Griseb.
Common NamesNama cubana
Plant FamilyHydroleaceae
Natural HabitatFound in damp, open ground, specifically noted in savannas such as Harris Savanna in Jamaica. It grows at altitudes around 350 ft.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere is no widely documented traditional medicinal use for Hydrolea nigricaulis. The genus Hydrolea is not commonly recognized in mainstream herbal medicine, and specific medicinal applications for this species are not readily available in ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications due to lack of documented medicinal use.
Cultivation NotesThis plant thrives in damp, open ground conditions. It prefers habitats similar to savannas, suggesting it may tolerate periods of moisture and sun.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Hydrolea nigricaulis is a low, stiff, bushy herbaceous plant native to Jamaica. It features small, often spatulate or lanceolate leaves and produces small white flowers, typically found clustered along its stems. The plant develops a fibrous root system and exhibits a branching habit, as seen in the herbarium specimen.
