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- Herb
- Spanish Name
- Clavel de Río, Tilo, Curía
- Common Name
- River ́s carnation, Linden herb
- Family
- ACANTHACEAE
- Grows on river and creek banks or in humid areas in the forest. Mainly under shade.
- Use as a cover crop and to prevent erosion.
- Pollinated by butterflies.
- Decoction of the leaves is used against snake bite and rheumatism.
PROPAGATION: seeds or cuttings.
Written by neighbors in the community guide. Last edited May 28, 2025.Open in Notion