Description
Faramea stipulacea (also called 'Stipulate Faramea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of 2-4 m. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America, and is found in wet forests, often near rivers. Its leaves are simple, opposite, and oblanceolate in shape, and its flowers are small and white.
Uses & Benefits
Faramea stipulacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a source of food, as a dye, and for making paper and rope.
Where to Find Faramea stipulacea
Faramea stipulacea is found in Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Venezuela.