Cyphanthera scabrella
NameCyphanthera scabrella
Scientific NameCyphanthera scabrella
Common NamesRough-leaved Cyphanthera
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatEndemic to Western Australia, this plant thrives in sandy or gravelly soils, commonly found in mallee, heath, and woodland environments.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere are no documented traditional medicinal uses for Cyphanthera scabrella. As a member of the Solanaceae family, caution is advised due to the potential presence of toxic compounds in some species within this family.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented due to a lack of known medicinal use. However, as a member of the Solanaceae family, it should be treated with caution as some species in this family contain toxic alkaloids.
Cultivation NotesThis species prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate full sun to partial shade. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant, making it suitable for arid or semi-arid garden settings.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Cyphanthera scabrella is an erect, often multi-stemmed shrub typically growing 0.5-2 meters tall, characterized by stems and leaves covered in short, stiff, glandular hairs. Its tubular, pale cream to white flowers, often streaked with purple inside, are solitary in leaf axils and feature five spreading lobes.
