Nicandra john-tyleriana
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NameNicandra john-tyleriana
Scientific NameNicandra john-tyleriana S.Leiva & Pereyra
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in Peru, specifically in the Cajamarca Department, Contumazá Province. It grows in washes and on dry rocky slopes, often alongside Cactaceae, Vachellia, Malvaceae, and abundant Tillandsia, at an altitude of 840 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented for this species on the herbarium label.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsUnknown, as medicinal uses are not documented.
Cultivation NotesSpecific cultivation notes are not available, but it is found in dry rocky slopes in Peru, suggesting a preference for well-drained soil and arid conditions.
Rarityrare
Description
Nicandra john-tyleriana is an herb growing up to 50 cm tall. Its blue-purple flowers feature a white throat with five prominent dark blue spots opposite the stamens, which have yellow anthers. The fruit is green and not completely enclosed by the accrescent calyx.
