Seddera pedunculata
Image: Friis, I.; Demissew, S.; Abebe, W.; Getachew, E. (cc-by)
NameSeddera pedunculata
Scientific NameSeddera pedunculata (Balf.fil.) Hallier fil.
Plant FamilyConvolvulaceae
Natural HabitatFound in Ethiopia, specifically from Filtu to Negelle, 17 km from Filtu, on outcrops of limestone (with gypsum) eroding into a whitish grey limestone-rich soil. The vegetation is a mixed Acacia-Commiphora bushland with Barbeya oleoides and Combretum, at an altitude of 1350m.
Parts Usedwhole_plant,fruit
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Preparation Methods
Rarityuncommon
Description
Seddera pedunculata is a perennial herb characterized by its hairy leaves, which are noted to be more hirsute than other specimens of its kind. It exhibits a branching growth habit with small, ovate to spatulate leaves arranged along the stems.
