Lycianthes barbatula
Image: Ingrid P. Lin (cc0)
NameLycianthes barbatula
Scientific NameLycianthes barbatula Standl. & Steyerm.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatCollected in Guatemala, specifically in Dept. Suchitepéquez, Volcán Santa Clara, between Finca El Naranjo and upper slopes, at an altitude of 1,250-2,650 meters.
Parts Used
Traditional UsesInformation on traditional medicinal uses for this specific species is not readily available from the provided data. Further ethnobotanical research would be required.
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications are available from the provided information.
Cultivation NotesCultivation notes are not available from the provided herbarium specimen. This species is likely native to specific high-altitude tropical environments.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herbarium specimen displays a woody plant with alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves, some showing insect damage. Small, dried floral or fruiting structures are visible in the leaf axils, indicating a flowering or fruiting stage.
