Merremia caloxantha
Image: Gaoligong Shan Biotic Survey Expedition (1997), (cc0)
NameMerremia caloxantha
Scientific NameMerremia caloxantha (Diels) Staples & R.C.Fang
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in evergreen broad-leaved forests, specifically on dryland slopes, often along streams or at the top of secondary forest slopes, such as those on Mt. Gaoligongshan in China.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Merremia caloxantha in readily available ethnobotanical or herbal literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to a lack of documented traditional uses and scientific research, specific contraindications for Merremia caloxantha are unknown. Caution is advised.
Cultivation NotesBased on its natural habitat, Merremia caloxantha likely thrives in warm, humid environments with well-drained soil, characteristic of evergreen broad-leaved forests. It would require support for its climbing habit.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Merremia caloxantha is a climbing vine characterized by its cordate (heart-shaped) leaves and trumpet-shaped yellow flowers. The stems are slender and twining, supporting the foliage and blooms.
