Ipomoea lepidophora
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NameIpomoea lepidophora
Scientific NameIpomoea lepidophora Lebrun & Taton
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in dry areas, typically on rocky outcrops, at an altitude of 1710 meters in Akagera National Park, Rwanda.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
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Rarityuncommon
Description
This prostrate herb features slender, sprawling stems and leaves that vary from heart-shaped to more elongated forms. It is characterized by a woody base and, when fresh, produces distinctive orange flowers, as noted on the specimen label.
