Cestrum pariense
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NameCestrum pariense
Scientific NameCestrum pariense Steyerm.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound on the humid cloud forest slopes of Cerro de Humo in the Paria Peninsula, Sucre State, Venezuela, at altitudes ranging from 800 to 1000 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses for Cestrum pariense are documented in the provided image or metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsSpecific contraindications for Cestrum pariense are not available from the provided sources. However, many species within the Cestrum genus are known to contain toxic steroidal glycoalkaloids, and ingestion can be poisonous. Extreme caution is advised.
Cultivation NotesCultivation notes for Cestrum pariense are not provided in the available image or metadata.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herbaceous plant grows up to 2 meters tall, characterized by membranous leaves that are dull green below with raised nerves and deep green above with sulcate nerves. It produces spreading green fruiting peduncles, bearing oblong black fruits that measure approximately 15 mm long and 10 mm wide.
