| Collector | Kvist, L. P. |
| Number | 40365 |
| Collected with | Asanza, E. |
| Country | Ecuador |
| Subpart | ESMERALDAS |
| County | |
| Locality | Río Cayapa, Zapallo Grande. Río Zapallo Grande (tributary of Río Cayapa) was followed 1 km. upriver. From the left bank a trail was followed 2.5 hours walking. The trail led to a ridge. Upland rain forest. |
| Coordinates | 0° 48' N 78° 54' W |
| Minimum elevation (m) | 200 |
| Maximum elevation (m) | 200 |
| Start date | 1982/06/27 |
| End date | 1982/06/27 |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Identification | Ruellia riopalenquensis Wassh. |
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| Field notes | Herb, 50 cm tall. Whitish flowers. Nom. Vern.: Ascacha remedio tape (Cayapa); Use: For coughs and vomits with blood (maybe bron- chitis). Prep.: The leaves are pulverized, mixed with a little water and used for a drink. |
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