Lycianthes breedlovei
NameLycianthes breedlovei
Scientific NameLycianthes breedlovei
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to montane and cloud forests of Mexico (Chiapas) and Central America, thriving in humid, subtropical to tropical environments.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are widely documented for Lycianthes breedlovei.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for Lycianthes breedlovei. However, as a member of the Solanaceae family, caution is advised as many species in this family contain potent alkaloids and can be toxic.
Cultivation NotesRequires a humid, subtropical to tropical climate with well-drained soil and partial shade, mimicking its native montane forest habitat.
Rarityrare
Description
Lycianthes breedlovei is a shrub or small tree belonging to the nightshade family. It features simple, ovate to elliptic leaves and produces small, pale lavender to whitish flowers with prominent yellow anthers, often appearing in clusters along the stems.
