Chaliponga (Diplopterys cabrerana) Leaves – 20g Ethnobotanical Plant from Ecuador

Chaliponga – Diplopterys cabrerana

Chaliponga (Diplopterys cabrerana) is a tropical plant species native to the Amazon basin. The plant belongs to the Malpighiaceae family and grows naturally in humid rainforest environments where it climbs surrounding vegetation and trees.

The species occurs across several South American countries including Ecuador, Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. In the ethnobotanical community the plant is also known by names such as chaliponga, chagropanga, or oco-yajé.

Because of its distinctive botanical characteristics and cultural background, Chaliponga is a well-known species within Amazonian ethnobotany.

Botanical Characteristics

Key features of Diplopterys cabrerana:

• Tropical climbing shrub or woody vine

• Member of the Malpighiaceae plant family

• Native to the Amazon rainforest

• Large elliptical leaves with pointed tips

• Leaves typically 13–23 cm long

• Naturally climbs surrounding vegetation in rainforest environments

Product Information

Product: Chaliponga Leaves
Botanical name: Diplopterys cabrerana
Origin: Napo Region, Ecuador (Amazon rainforest)
Plant family: Malpighiaceae
Net weight: 20 grams
Product type: Ethnobotanical specimen

The product is supplied as 20g dried Chaliponga leaves, carefully selected to maintain natural botanical quality.

Important Notice

This product is sold strictly as an ethnobotanical specimen for research, educational, or collection purposes only.

• Not intended for human consumption

• Not sold as a food, supplement, or medicine

• Buyers are responsible for complying with local laws and regulations