Maripa lewisii
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NameMaripa lewisii
Scientific NameMaripa lewisii D.F.Austin
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatNative to tropical forests of Panama, specifically collected along the El Llano-Carti road near the Pan-American Highway at approximately 350 meters elevation.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided image or metadata for *Maripa lewisii*.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications are documented in the provided image or metadata.
Cultivation NotesAs a liana native to tropical forests, it would require warm, humid conditions, likely with support for climbing, and well-drained, fertile soil typical of its natural habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A liana species characterized by large, ovate leaves and clusters of ovoid fruits. The fruits are noted to be yellow when fresh, as indicated on the herbarium label.
