Cestrum strictum
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NameCestrum strictum
Scientific NameCestrum strictum Schott ex Sendtn.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound on slopes at approximately 400 meters altitude in the state of Paraná, Brazil, as indicated by the herbarium specimen.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,whole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesTraditional medicinal uses for Cestrum strictum are not widely documented. The genus Cestrum is generally known for containing toxic compounds, and specific medicinal applications for this species are not readily available in common ethnobotanical literature.
Active Constituentssteroidal saponins, alkaloids
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsAll parts of Cestrum species are generally considered toxic due to the presence of steroidal saponins and alkaloids, which can be harmful to humans and livestock. Internal use is strongly contraindicated without expert supervision.
Cultivation NotesUnknown
Description
A herbaceous or woody plant characterized by alternate, simple, lanceolate to elliptic leaves. The specimen displays small, possibly axillary, clusters of developing flowers or buds along its stems.
