Cestrum acutifolium
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NameCestrum acutifolium
Scientific NameCestrum acutifolium Alain
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in mixed pine forests with numerous epiphytes at an elevation of 2237 meters in Provincia La Vega, La Nevera, Dominican Republic.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are provided for Cestrum acutifolium in the given context. The genus Cestrum is known to contain species with varying levels of toxicity, and some have been used in traditional medicine for various ailments, though often with caution.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsSpecific contraindications for Cestrum acutifolium are not documented in the provided information. However, many species within the genus Cestrum are known to be toxic due to the presence of steroidal glycosides and alkaloids, and ingestion can lead to adverse effects.
Cultivation NotesNo cultivation notes are available from the provided data. It is known to grow in high-altitude mixed pine forests.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This specimen is a subshrub, approximately 50 cm tall, characterized by ascending inflorescences with green calyces and green fruits. Its leaves are simple and alternate, and the overall plant structure is woody.
