Nyssa talamancana
Image: B. Hammel (cc-by-nc)
NameNyssa talamancana
Scientific NameNyssa talamancana Hammel & N.Zamora
Plant FamilyNyssaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is endemic to the montane cloud forests of the Talamanca Mountains, spanning parts of Costa Rica and Panama.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere are no widely documented traditional medicinal uses for Nyssa talamancana. The genus Nyssa is primarily known for its timber, ornamental value, and as a source of nectar for honey production.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are known due to a lack of documented medicinal use or traditional applications.
Cultivation NotesAs a tropical montane tree, Nyssa talamancana likely requires specific conditions mimicking its cloud forest habitat, including high humidity, consistent moisture, and moderate, stable temperatures. It is not commonly cultivated outside its native range.
Rarityrare
Description
Nyssa talamancana is a tree species native to Central America. Its flowers, as depicted, are small, greenish-white, and borne in clusters, characterized by numerous prominent stamens.
