Ipomoea pittieri
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NameIpomoea pittieri
Scientific NameIpomoea pittieri O'Donell
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Venezuela, specifically in Apure State, where it thrives in semi-aquatic environments such as swamps, marshes, and puddles up to 50 cm deep.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented for Ipomoea pittieri based on available ethnobotanical information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications or drug interactions are documented for Ipomoea pittieri due to a lack of known medicinal uses.
Cultivation NotesPrefers semi-aquatic to aquatic conditions, thriving in shallow water, marshes, and swamps. Requires a warm, tropical climate similar to its native habitat in Venezuela.
Rarityuncommon
Description
An emergent-decumbent herb, typically found in shallow water. It features simple leaves and produces light pink flowers, as observed in herbarium specimens.
