Ipomoea lepidophora
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NameIpomoea lepidophora
Scientific NameIpomoea lepidophora Lebrun & Taton
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in degraded savannas frequently affected by fires, typically on slopes at elevations around 1420 meters, as observed in Rusumo, Kibungo prefecture, Rwanda.
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Rarityuncommon
Description
This herb grows prostrate on the ground, featuring stems approximately 80 cm long. Its corolla is yellow-orange on the inside with a purple center, appearing a duller orange externally.
