Jacquemontia subsessilis
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NameJacquemontia subsessilis
Scientific NameJacquemontia subsessilis Moric.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Bahia, Brazil, specifically found in the municipality of Abaíra at an altitude of 1100 meters. It typically grows along the borders of 'carrasco' vegetation, a type of dry, scrubby savanna or shrubland.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described in the provided context or associated with this specific herbarium specimen.
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Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications or drug interactions are described in the provided context.
Cultivation NotesAs a heliophilous (sun-loving) plant found in 'carrasco' habitats, it likely thrives in full sun and well-drained, possibly dry, soil conditions. Being a voluble subshrub, it may benefit from structural support for climbing.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A voluble (twining/climbing) subshrub, this plant is heliophilous with discolored leaves. It features a light green calyx and a pale purple corolla, adorned with whitish streaks on the outer surface of the mesopetals.
