Anthocercis anisantha
NameAnthocercis anisantha
Scientific NameAnthocercis anisantha
Common NamesUnequal Star-flower
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in sandy soils, often in heathlands or woodlands, primarily in the south-west of Western Australia.
Parts Used
Traditional UsesNo known traditional medicinal uses due to its highly toxic nature. This plant is considered poisonous.
Active ConstituentsTropane alkaloids (e.g., hyoscyamine, scopolamine)
Contraindications & WarningsHighly toxic; ingestion can cause severe poisoning and be fatal. Avoid all internal and external use.
Cultivation NotesNot typically cultivated for ornamental or medicinal purposes due to its toxicity. Requires well-drained, sandy soils and a Mediterranean climate.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A spiny shrub endemic to Western Australia, characterized by small, often linear leaves and distinctive star-shaped flowers. The flowers are typically pale yellow or cream with a dark purplish-brown center, and their five petals can be unequal in size or shape.
