Cestrum tillettii
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NameCestrum tillettii
Scientific NameCestrum tillettii Benítez & D' Arcy
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in high-altitude tropical environments, specifically between 2700-3300 meters elevation in the Sierra de Perijá, Cordillera de Valledupar, Estado Zulia, Venezuela. It thrives in areas with well-drained, possibly chert-rich or limestone-derived soils, often in regions that have experienced habitat degradation from forest-to-savanna conversion and overgrazing.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described in the provided metadata or image.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are mentioned in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesPrefers high-altitude tropical environments (2700-3300 m elevation) with well-drained, possibly chert-rich or limestone-derived soils. Adaptable to areas that may have experienced overgrazing or forest-to-savanna conversion.
Rarityrare
Description
Cestrum tillettii is a shrub growing over 2 meters tall with light straw-tan stems. Its leaves are stiff, brittle, revolute, and lustrous dark green above, with prominent veins. The inflorescence features matte light yellow-green rachis and lustrous light yellow-green corollas flushed dark purple, emitting a slight sweet day odor.
