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Dorstenia contrajerva

Family: Moraceae, Genus: Dorstenia

Description:

Dorstenia contrajerva is a small evergreen perennial native to Northern South America and Central America, known for its use in folk medicine. It features variably shaped leaves up to 8 inches long and tiny flowers on a disc-shaped inflorescence. This plant prefers shady, moist environments and is cultivated as a houseplant in some regions.

Sources:
  1. [1] Dorstenia contrajerva: Steve's Leaves. Visit Source
  2. [2] Dorstenia contrajerva: Steve's Leaves. Visit Source
  3. [3] Dorstenia contrajerva: Wikipedia. Visit Source

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Last Updated June 29, 2025

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