Jaltomata dendroidea
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NameJaltomata dendroidea
Scientific NameJaltomata dendroidea S.Leiva & Mione
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Peru, specifically found in the Patáz region of La Libertad, at high altitudes around 3360 meters. It was collected in the Distrito Retamas, Veracruz countryside, above Llauabamba.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesInformation not available from provided context.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsInformation not available from provided context.
Cultivation NotesThis specimen was grown from seed derived from an original collection. It thrives in conditions similar to its native high-altitude Peruvian habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Jaltomata dendroidea is a suffruticose plant exhibiting a procumbent growth form. It features large, campanulate flowers with pale green petals and dark red nectar, which remain open at night. The plant is self-compatible and produces distinctive orange fruit.
