Browallia dilloniana
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NameBrowallia dilloniana
Scientific NameBrowallia dilloniana Limo, K.Lezama & S.Leiva
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in Peru, specifically in the La Libertad region near Santiago de Chuco, at an altitude of 3735m. It thrives in secondary vegetation along roadsides and streams, often in disturbed areas such as Eucalyptus plantations and premontane forest environments.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented for this plant in the provided information.
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Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications are documented for this plant in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are available for this plant in the provided information.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herbaceous plant grows up to 60 cm tall from a woody base. It is characterized by dark purple glandular trichomes with bright orange-yellow glands. Its violet flowers feature a distinct white eye and a slightly yellow base on the lobes.
