Jacquemontia decipiens
Image: The New York Botanical Garden (cc-by)
NameJacquemontia decipiens
Scientific NameJacquemontia decipiens
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Brazil, specifically the state of Bahia, in the municipality of Catolés. It is found at approximately 1200 meters elevation in 'carrasco de campo rupestre' (rocky field scrub) habitats.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided metadata or image.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications are documented in the provided metadata or image.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are documented in the provided metadata or image, beyond its natural habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Jacquemontia decipiens is a sub-shrub growing up to 80 cm tall. It features greenish-silver leaves covered with white tomentosity, blue corollas, and white stamens.
