Lycianthes rimbachii
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NameLycianthes rimbachii
Scientific NameLycianthes rimbachii
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the inter-Andean highlands near Riobamba, Ecuador, found at an elevation of 2800 meters within shrub vegetation.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented for Lycianthes rimbachii, and the herbarium specimen is explicitly marked as "POISONED," indicating potential toxicity.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsThis plant is marked as "POISONED" on the herbarium specimen, indicating it is toxic and should not be ingested or used for medicinal purposes.
Cultivation NotesRequires conditions similar to its native habitat in the inter-Andean highlands, suggesting a preference for high-altitude environments, cool temperatures, and well-drained soil typical of shrub vegetation at 2800 meters elevation.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This plant is a shrub, typically growing up to 2 meters in height. It produces light blue flowers with a yellow center and yellow-red anthers, followed by pale red berries. The wood is described as yellow-white, and its bark is brown with small warts.
