Maripa fasciculata
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NameMaripa fasciculata
Scientific NameMaripa fasciculata Ooststr.
Common NamesBejuco
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in tropical lowland regions, specifically collected in Bolivar, Colombia, at elevations between 31-50 meters. As a liana, it typically inhabits forest environments or disturbed woodland areas.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesInformation regarding the traditional medicinal uses of Maripa fasciculata is not available from the provided herbarium specimen or metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsInformation regarding contraindications for Maripa fasciculata is not available from the provided herbarium specimen or metadata.
Cultivation NotesInformation regarding cultivation notes for Maripa fasciculata is not available from the provided herbarium specimen or metadata.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Maripa fasciculata is a woody liana characterized by simple, alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves with entire margins. The herbarium specimen displays clusters of mature, ovoid to conical fruits attached to a woody stem, indicative of cauliflory.
