Deprea Pauciflora
NameDeprea Pauciflora
Scientific NameDeprea pauciflora
Common NamesPauciflora Deprea, Andean Groundcherry
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to montane forests, cloud forests, and disturbed areas at higher elevations in the Andes of South America, particularly Peru and Ecuador.
Parts Usedfruit,leaf
Medicinal Actionsanti-inflammatory,antioxidant
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Deprea pauciflora are not widely documented in common ethnobotanical literature. However, other species within the Solanaceae family, and sometimes within the Deprea genus, have fruits that are consumed locally, and some are used in traditional remedies for general wellness or minor ailments, often related to inflammation.
Active Constituentssteroidal lactones, alkaloids
Preparation Methodsinfusion,decoction
Contraindications & WarningsAs with many plants in the Solanaceae family, caution is advised due to the potential presence of alkaloids and other compounds that can be toxic if consumed in large quantities or improperly prepared. Specific contraindications for Deprea pauciflora are not well-established.
Cultivation NotesPrefers cool, moist conditions with well-drained soil, mimicking its native Andean cloud forest habitat. It likely thrives in partial shade and requires consistent moisture.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Deprea pauciflora is a perennial herb or subshrub native to the Andean region. It features ovate, often rugose leaves and produces berries enclosed within an accrescent, lantern-like calyx, characteristic of its family.
