Nolana tomentella
NameNolana tomentella
Scientific NameNolana tomentella
Common NamesNolana
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatEndemic to the coastal deserts of northern Chile, growing in sandy soils, coastal dunes, and rocky slopes, often in areas influenced by coastal fog (camanchaca).
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere are no widely documented traditional medicinal uses for Nolana tomentella. Some species within the Nolana genus have edible fruits, but this particular species is not primarily known for such uses.
Active ConstituentsTropane alkaloids, Flavonoids
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to the presence of tropane alkaloids, ingestion of Nolana tomentella is generally not recommended and could be toxic.
Cultivation NotesRequires well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. It is drought-tolerant and adapted to arid coastal conditions, potentially benefiting from some atmospheric moisture (fog).
Raritycommon
Description
A low-growing, prostrate perennial herb characterized by its densely hairy, succulent, spatulate leaves and solitary, funnel-shaped flowers, typically pale blue to lavender with a yellow throat. It often forms mats on sandy substrates.
