Edwards plateau five-eyes
NameEdwards plateau five-eyes
Scientific NameChamaesaracha coniodes
Common NamesEdwards Plateau Five-eyes, Five-eyes, Conical Five-eyes
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the Edwards Plateau region of Texas, thriving in rocky soils, grasslands, and open woodlands. It is adapted to dry, arid conditions.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actionsanti-inflammatory,antimicrobial
Traditional UsesNo widely documented traditional medicinal uses for *Chamaesaracha coniodes* are known, and the plant is generally considered toxic. Some closely related *Chamaesaracha* species have been reported to be used externally by certain Native American tribes for poultices on sores or swellings, but internal use is highly discouraged due to toxicity.
Active ConstituentsSteroidal alkaloids
Preparation Methodspoultice,decoction
Contraindications & WarningsKnown to be toxic; internal use is strictly contraindicated due to the presence of poisonous alkaloids. Avoid use during pregnancy, lactation, and in children. Consult a qualified expert before any external application due to potential skin irritation or absorption.
Cultivation NotesPrefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, rocky or sandy soils. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires minimal watering.
Raritycommon
Description
A low-growing perennial herb featuring pale yellow to whitish, star-shaped flowers with a distinctive darker, often purplish-brown or yellowish-green, star-like center. Its leaves are typically wavy-margined or somewhat lobed, and the plant can be covered in fine hairs.
