Maripa lewisii
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NameMaripa lewisii
Scientific NameMaripa lewisii D.F.Austin
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Panama, specifically found along the El Llano-Carti road near the San Blas border, at elevations between 250-300 meters.
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Rarityuncommon
Description
Maripa lewisii is a woody vine characterized by its oblong leaves and clusters of dark, mature fruits. Its flowers, when present, feature a creamy white calyx tinted with pale purple, and a corolla that is white and pink on the outside, pink within, with a white fringe.
