Ipomoea argyreia
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NameIpomoea argyreia
Scientific NameIpomoea argyreia (Choisy) Meisn.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the Cerrado biome of Brazil, a type of tropical savanna ecosystem, often found in open fields.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Ipomoea argyreia (Choisy) Meisn. in available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented due to a lack of known medicinal uses for this species.
Cultivation NotesLikely prefers well-drained soils and full sun conditions, typical of its native Cerrado habitat.
Raritycommon
Description
This is an erect herbaceous plant characterized by alternate, simple leaves. Its flowers are tubular, described as pinkish-lilac when fresh, and appear orange-brown in the dried herbarium specimen.
