Jacquemontia fruticulosa
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NameJacquemontia fruticulosa
Scientific NameJacquemontia fruticulosa
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in National Park Ybycui, Paraguay, specifically in sandstone and granite-gneiss areas within Cerrado scrub at an elevation of 400 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided metadata or image for this species.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for this species.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are documented for this species.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Jacquemontia fruticulosa is a herbaceous plant, growing up to 40 cm tall, characterized by alternate leaves and small, light blue flowers emerging from the leaf axils. The stems are slender, bearing numerous leaves along their length.
