Cestrum azuense
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NameCestrum azuense
Scientific NameCestrum azuense Urb. & Ekman
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in the Central Cordillera of the Dominican Republic, specifically in the Peravia Province, along the road from San José de Ocoa to Tetera de Mejía. It thrives in humid broadleaf forests, often associated with pine and tree ferns, and is also present in cloud forest environments at an altitude of 1950 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided materials for Cestrum azuense.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsInformation regarding specific contraindications for Cestrum azuense is not available. However, many species within the genus Cestrum are known to contain toxic steroidal saponins and alkaloids, and therefore, any internal use should be approached with extreme caution or avoided.
Cultivation NotesInformation not available.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Cestrum azuense is a shrub growing up to 1 meter tall, characterized by its light green calyx at the base of the flowers and cream-colored corolla. The specimen shows ovate to lanceolate leaves arranged alternately along the stem, with small clusters of dried flowers at the leaf axils.
