Cestrum azuense
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NameCestrum azuense
Scientific NameCestrum azuense Urb. & Ekman
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the Dominican Republic, specifically found in wet woods at elevations between 800-1000 meters, such as in the Palo Aboqueteado region southwest of Bonao.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo well-documented traditional medicinal uses for *Cestrum azuense* specifically. The genus *Cestrum* is generally known for containing toxic compounds, and many species are considered poisonous.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsAll parts of *Cestrum* species, including *Cestrum azuense*, should be considered potentially toxic. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal upset, neurological symptoms, and other adverse effects. This plant is not recommended for any internal or external medicinal use due to its known toxicity within the genus.
Cultivation NotesThis species thrives in humid, wet woodland environments at moderate altitudes (800-1000 m). It is not commonly cultivated and would require conditions mimicking its native tropical or subtropical wet forest habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This is a shrub growing up to 75 cm in height, characterized by its white flowers. It typically has very few branches and is considered uncommon in its natural habitat.
