Ayahuasca (Banisteriopsis caapi)
Banisteriopsis caapi
Family: MalpighiaceaeNative: Amazon Rainforest (South America)Identified: Apr 12, 2026
A giant tropical woody vine (liana) with opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, pinkish flowers. This specimen appears to be a very young seedling or rooted cutting showing the characteristic leaf vein pattern and climbing habit.
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Requires a warm, humid tropical environment with plenty of indirect sunlight. Use well-draining, nutrient-rich soil and keep the substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged. As a climbing vine, it will eventually require a trellis or tree for support.