Siphocampylus affinis
(Mirb.) McVaugh
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Summary
Source: WikipediaSiphocampylus affinis is a species of plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is endemic to Ecuador. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Description
A plant that grows 1-3 m tall. The leaves are near the tips of the branches. The leaves are oval and 2.5-5 cm long by 1-3 cm wide. The flowers are 3.5 cm long and pale yellow.
Edible Uses
The leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable.
Traditional Uses
The leaves are cooked and eaten as a vegetable.
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Distribution
It is a subtropical and tropical plant. It grows in moist mountain forests. In the Andes it grows between 1,500-3,500 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Asia, Colombia, Ecuador*, India, Northeastern India, South America,
Synonyms
Also Known As
Nimante
References (1)
- Srivastava, R. C., 2010, Traditional knowledge of Nyishi (Daffla) tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge. 9(1):26-37 (As Lobelia affinis)
