Cestrum filipes
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NameCestrum filipes
Scientific NameCestrum filipes
Common NamesNo widely recognized common names for this specific species
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in moist cloud forests with scattered *Pinus occidentalis* overstory, and in nearby open pine forests with ferns, at elevations of 2300-2340 meters in the Massif de la Hotte, Haiti. It can also be found in recently burned areas.
Parts Usedleaf
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses for *Cestrum filipes* are documented in the provided context or readily available literature. The genus *Cestrum* is generally known for containing toxic compounds.
Active Constituentssteroidal saponins, alkaloids
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to the known toxicity of many *Cestrum* species, internal consumption of *Cestrum filipes* is strongly contraindicated. Caution is advised for external use, and it should be avoided by pregnant or lactating individuals and children.
Cultivation NotesRequires high-altitude, moist cloud forest conditions, potentially tolerating disturbed or recently burned areas. Specific cultivation requirements are not well-documented.
Rarityrare
Description
A shrub characterized by woody stems and simple leaves, with flowers having a reddish corolla tube and greenish cream-colored lobes. The specimen shows dried stems and leaves.
