Ipomoea suffruticosa
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NameIpomoea suffruticosa
Scientific NameIpomoea suffruticosa
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to South Africa, typically found in thornbush environments along roadsides in regions such as the Asbestos Mountains, Grikwastad, and Prieska.
Parts Usedroot,leaf,flower,whole_plant
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Cultivation NotesThis perennial plant develops a large, semi-underground tuber, indicating adaptation to dry, possibly rocky, thornbush habitats. It produces shoots up to 50 cm in length and bears pink flowers.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A perennial plant characterized by a large, semi-underground tuber and shoots growing up to approximately 50 cm long. The herbarium specimen displays ovate leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers, which are noted as pink in color on the collection label.
