Merremia ellenbeckii
Image: Friis, I.; Bidgood, S.; Melaku Wondefrash; Ermias Getachew (cc-by)
NameMerremia ellenbeckii
Scientific NameMerremia ellenbeckii Pilg.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in open Acacia mellifera bushland on stony ground, with a ground cover predominantly consisting of annuals and Sorghum species. This particular specimen was collected in Yangudi-Rassa National Park, Ethiopia, at an altitude of 850 meters.
Parts Usedfruit,leaf,whole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThe provided information does not detail specific traditional medicinal uses for Merremia ellenbeckii.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & Warnings
Cultivation NotesPrefers stony ground in open bushland environments, likely requiring warm, arid to semi-arid conditions. It grows as a prostrate perennial, suggesting it can spread along the ground.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This specimen is a prostrate perennial herb, characterized by its trailing stems and lobed leaves. The herbarium sheet primarily features the plant's fruits, which are enclosed in persistent sepals, indicating a focus on its reproductive structures.
