Cestrum gardneri
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NameCestrum gardneri
Scientific NameCestrum gardneri Sendtn.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in gallery forests along the banks of the Água Fria stream in the municipality of Cocalzinho, Serra dos Pireneus, Goiás, Brazil, at an altitude of 1100 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are specified in the provided metadata or image.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications are specified for this plant.
Cultivation NotesThis shrub thrives in gallery forest environments, suggesting a preference for moist, shaded conditions. It grows to a height of 3-4 meters and is densely branched.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Cestrum gardneri is a shrub growing 3-4 meters tall, characterized by its densely branched habit. It features chartaceous (papery/leathery) leaves that are discolorous, and its corollas are pale yellow-green.
