Veriditas
Cestrum vestitum

Cestrum vestitum

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NameCestrum vestitum
Scientific NameCestrum vestitum Hook.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in humid lower montane forests in Pichincha Province, Ecuador, specifically along the Quito-Chiriboga-Santo Domingo road, at elevations between 2900-3000 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Preparation Methods
Rarityuncommon

Description

A shrub growing up to 2 meters tall, characterized by leaves with a brownish underside and yellow flowers. The specimen shows ovate leaves with prominent venation and clusters of tubular flowers.

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