Cestrum darienense
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NameCestrum darienense
Scientific NameCestrum darienense A.K.Monro
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the Cerro Pirre valley in the Darien Province of Panama, found on sloping hillsides between Pirre and the next most southerly peak.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for Cestrum darienense. Many species within the Cestrum genus are known to be toxic.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsWhile specific data for Cestrum darienense is lacking, many species within the Cestrum genus are known to be toxic due to steroidal saponins and alkaloids, particularly in leaves and fruits. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset, neurological symptoms, and other adverse effects.
Cultivation NotesThis species is a shrub, typically growing to 1 meter in height. It thrives in the tropical hillside conditions of its native Panama, suggesting a preference for warm, humid environments with well-drained soil.
Rarityrare
Description
A shrub growing up to 1 meter tall, characterized by its ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white tubular flowers. The specimen shows dried leaves with some insect damage.
