Ipomoea paludicola
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NameIpomoea paludicola
Scientific NameIpomoea paludicola J.R.I.Wood & Scotland
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Paraguay, specifically found in stony fields (campo pedregoso) in regions like Concepcion. It thrives in open, possibly disturbed, well-drained environments.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for Ipomoea paludicola in the provided information. Ethnobotanical data for this recently described species is currently scarce.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for Ipomoea paludicola. As with any plant, caution is advised, especially given the lack of specific ethnobotanical and pharmacological data for this particular species.
Cultivation NotesThis species prefers well-drained, possibly stony or sandy soils, consistent with its natural habitat in 'campo pedregoso'. It likely thrives in full sun and exhibits a prostrate growth habit.
Rarityrare
Description
Ipomoea paludicola is a species characterized by its prostrate stems and cordate leaves. It produces distinctive pink, tubular flowers. The specimen shows dried foliage and inflorescences.
