Eriolarynx fasciculata
NameEriolarynx fasciculata
Scientific NameEriolarynx fasciculata
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is native to the dry, often rocky, and arid or semi-arid regions of the Andes in South America, particularly found in Argentina and Bolivia. It thrives in high-altitude environments.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for *Eriolarynx fasciculata* are not well-documented in available ethnobotanical literature. As a member of the Solanaceae family, caution is advised due to potential toxicity associated with many plants in this family.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to a lack of specific ethnobotanical and pharmacological data, and its membership in the potentially toxic Solanaceae family, *Eriolarynx fasciculata* should be considered potentially toxic and is not recommended for internal or external medicinal use without extensive research and expert guidance. All parts should be handled with extreme caution.
Cultivation NotesAs a native of arid regions in the Andes, *Eriolarynx fasciculata* likely prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is a shrub or subshrub, suggesting it may be drought-tolerant once established. Specific cultivation details for ornamental or medicinal purposes are not widely published.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Eriolarynx fasciculata is a small shrub or subshrub characterized by its distinctive star-shaped flowers, typically purple with a contrasting green or yellowish-green center. Its leaves are simple, often somewhat elongated, and can be slightly hairy.
