Ipomoea inaccessa
Image: Beck,S.G. Flora de Bolivia 17205 (cc-by)
NameIpomoea inaccessa
Scientific NameIpomoea inaccessa J.R.I.Wood & Scotland
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in the La Paz department, Nor Yungas province, Bolivia, specifically in the Caranavi region towards Alto Beni, near Carrasco Sullence and Buena Vista, at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level. It is noted to grow as an isolated plant within banana plantations, covering surrounding shrubs and small trees.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described in the provided metadata or image.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications are described in the provided metadata or image.
Cultivation NotesThis plant is a climbing vine that requires support, growing over shrubs and small trees. It thrives in tropical to subtropical montane environments, as indicated by its natural habitat in Bolivia at 900m altitude.
Raritycommon
Description
This specimen is a woody, twining vine (trepadora, voluble, leñosa) with heart-shaped leaves. The flowers are described as white on the outside with a clear purple throat on the inside, often found covering shrubs and small trees.
