Lycianthes barbatula
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NameLycianthes barbatula
Scientific NameLycianthes barbatula Standl. & Steyerm.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Guatemala, specifically found in the Suchitepéquez Department on Volcán Santa Clara, growing between Finca El Naranjo and the upper slopes at altitudes ranging from 1,250 to 2,650 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented on the herbarium label or in the provided metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented on the herbarium label or in the provided metadata.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are documented on the herbarium label or in the provided metadata.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This is a shrub growing up to 15 feet tall, characterized by its firmly membranous leaves that are dark green above and paler green beneath with raised nerves. Its flowers feature a white corolla with pale lavender at the base internally, white filaments, and buff anthers, producing globose white fruits.
