Neuropeltis prevosteoides
Image: Meise Botanic Garden (cc-by)
NameNeuropeltis prevosteoides
Scientific NameNeuropeltis prevosteoides Mangenot
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatThis plant is found in Liberia, specifically in Grand Gedeh, within a national forest inventory plot. It grows in not very dense forest on and around hilltops, often as large lianas, at an altitude of approximately 380 meters.
Parts Usedleaf
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for Neuropeltis prevosteoides in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications are documented for Neuropeltis prevosteoides in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesThis species thrives in forest environments, particularly on hilltops, in its native range of Liberia. It grows as a large liana, suggesting it requires support for climbing and conditions typical of tropical or subtropical forests.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Neuropeltis prevosteoides is a species of liana, characterized by its woody, climbing stems and alternate, simple leaves. The leaves are typically ovate to elliptical with prominent reticulate venation and an acuminate apex, as seen in this herbarium specimen.
