Ipomoea beninensis
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NameIpomoea beninensis
Scientific NameIpomoea beninensis
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in shrubby savannas and rocky areas, specifically documented from the Atakora region of Tanguiéta, Benin.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesInformation regarding the specific traditional medicinal uses of Ipomoea beninensis is not readily available in common ethnobotanical literature. While other species within the Ipomoea genus are known for various medicinal properties, specific uses for this particular species are not widely documented.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & Warnings
Cultivation NotesAs a species native to shrubby savannas and rocky terrains in Benin, Ipomoea beninensis likely thrives in warm climates with well-draining soil. It would prefer full sun exposure and may tolerate periods of drought, consistent with its natural habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Ipomoea beninensis is a climbing plant characterized by its ovate to elliptic leaves, which are typically simple and alternate along the stem. The specimen shows slender, somewhat woody stems and small, dried flower buds, indicative of its vine-like growth habit.
