Ipomoea prismatosyphon
Image: Ditsch,B.|Ditsch,B. Flora of Angola BD 811 (cc-by)
NameIpomoea prismatosyphon
Scientific NameIpomoea prismatosyphon Welw.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatCollected in Angola, specifically in Uige, Mucaba, in a 'Pantano arenoso' (sandy swamp/marsh) habitat at an elevation of 1181 meters. This suggests it thrives in moist, sandy, possibly wetland environments.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere is no specific ethnobotanical information available in the provided metadata or image regarding the traditional medicinal uses of Ipomoea prismatosyphon.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are known for Ipomoea prismatosyphon due to a lack of documented medicinal uses.
Cultivation NotesThis species was collected in a sandy swamp/marsh habitat in Angola, suggesting it prefers moist, possibly waterlogged, sandy soils and a tropical climate. Specific cultivation requirements are not detailed.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herbarium specimen of Ipomoea prismatosyphon displays a woody stem with alternate, simple leaves. The plant features funnel-shaped, white to cream-colored flowers, and dried fruit capsules, characteristic of the morning glory family.
