Cestrum contrerasianum
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NameCestrum contrerasianum
Scientific NameCestrum contrerasianum A.K.Monro
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in disturbed pine-oak forests at high altitudes, specifically around 2350 meters, in regions such as Cerro El Extranjero, San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico. It grows in association with various Pinus and Quercus species, and Arbutus xalapensis.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
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Contraindications & WarningsMembers of the genus Cestrum are generally known to contain toxic compounds, such as tropane alkaloids, and should be handled with extreme caution. Specific medicinal uses or contraindications for Cestrum contrerasianum are not documented in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesCultivation would likely require conditions mimicking its natural high-altitude pine-oak forest habitat in Chiapas, Mexico, including specific soil types and temperature ranges found at approximately 2350 meters elevation.
Rarityrare
Description
Cestrum contrerasianum is a shrub typically 1-2 meters tall, characterized by alternate, entire leaves. It produces clusters of tubular, whitish-yellow flowers with 5-6 lobes, and the calyx matches the corolla in color. The specimen shows a woody stem and dried foliage.
