Jacquemontia boliviana
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NameJacquemontia boliviana
Scientific NameJacquemontia boliviana J.R.I.Wood
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in Bolivia, specifically in La Paz, Inquisivi Province, at an altitude of 1500m. It grows along roadsides and in intervened patches of trees and shrubs, typically vining over other plants.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
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Rarityuncommon
Description
Jacquemontia boliviana is a climbing vine characterized by its alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves. The specimen displays clusters of small, blue-purple flowers. It is a herbaceous plant that twines over other vegetation.
