Evolvulus saxifragus

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Evolvulus linarioides

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Solanales and the family Convolvulaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Evolvulus.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a notable geographical distribution across specific regions of South America. In Brazil, its presence is recorded within the diverse landscapes of the Northeast. It is also found inhabiting various areas throughout the Southeast of Brazil. Moving further south, the species extends its range into the Southern South American region. Specifically, its distribution includes the country of Paraguay.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Evolvulus saxifragus is defined by its ability to thrive in diverse and often challenging Brazilian biomes, demonstrating significant adaptability to varying environmental conditions. It is primarily found across the Caatinga (stricto sensu), where it must withstand semi-arid conditions, as well as in Campo Limpo and the Cerrado (lato sensu) ecosystems. This distribution indicates a specialized capacity to inhabit open, sun-exposed landscapes ranging from the seasonal droughts of the scrublands to the more complex, nutrient-limited environments of the tropical savannas. Its presence in these specific habitats suggests an ecological strategy optimized for high solar radiation and soil types characteristic of these transitional and open-canopy regions.

Habitat :

Caatinga (stricto sensu), Campo Limpo, Cerrado (lato sensu)

Morphology

The morphology of Evolvulus saxifragus is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb, exhibiting a soft and flexible structure. As a terrestrial plant, it inhabits land-based environments rather than aquatic or epiphytic niches, maintaining an independent existence without acting as a parasite on other organisms. Its physical habit is described as self-supporting, functioning as a low-growing plant that does not require external structures for climbing or specialized support to maintain its position within its ecosystem.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Evolvulus saxifragus has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Monnieriside A.

Monnieriside A

1. Natural product research