Nasa profundiserrata
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NameNasa profundiserrata
Scientific NameNasa profundiserrata Weigend
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatCollected in Colombia, Valle del Cauca department, Tuluá municipality, near Venus, on the road to Venus-Monteloro, at an altitude of 1500 m.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDirect contact with the leaves and stems should be avoided due to their highly urticant (stinging) nature.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are provided, but it is found at 1500m altitude in the Valle del Cauca region of Colombia.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herb grows up to 60 cm tall, featuring red flowers with numerous stamens, six nectaries, and three carpels. Its leaves and stems are notably urticant, causing a stinging sensation upon contact.
