Cestrum tubulosum
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NameCestrum tubulosum
Scientific NameCestrum tubulosum Sendtn.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is native to Brazil, typically found in open swampy areas among other shrubs. It thrives at altitudes ranging from 1030 to 1060 meters.
Parts Usedleaf
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Cestrum tubulosum are not widely documented in ethnobotanical literature. The genus Cestrum is generally known to contain toxic compounds, and while some species are used in traditional medicine with caution, clear records for this specific species are scarce.
Active Constituentsalkaloids, saponins, glycosides
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to the presence of potentially toxic compounds common within the Cestrum genus, internal use of Cestrum tubulosum is generally contraindicated. Extreme caution should be exercised with any part of the plant, and it should not be ingested.
Cultivation NotesCestrum tubulosum prefers moist, swampy conditions typical of its native subtropical to tropical habitat. It requires consistently moist soil and thrives at moderate altitudes, suggesting a need for specific environmental conditions to flourish.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Cestrum tubulosum is a slender, virgate shrub that can grow up to 1.8 meters tall. It features simple, alternate leaves and, when in bloom, produces pale green to cream-colored flowers.
