Jacquemontia bahiensis
Image: M.E. Saraiva; Flor de Anjo (cc-by)
NameJacquemontia bahiensis
Scientific NameJacquemontia bahiensis O'Donell
Common NamesFlor de anjo
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in the Cerradão biome, specifically in red-yellow latosols. The specimen was collected in Pernambuco, Brazil, in the Chapada do Araripe region.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for Jacquemontia bahiensis in the provided metadata or readily available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are known for Jacquemontia bahiensis due to a lack of documented medicinal use.
Cultivation NotesThis climbing plant thrives in conditions typical of the Cerradão biome, preferring red-yellow latosols. Specific cultivation requirements beyond its natural habitat are not documented.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Jacquemontia bahiensis is a climbing plant characterized by its membranous leaves, which are covered with whitish-green trichomes. Its flowers feature a light green calyx and a distinctive blue corolla.
