Saracha andina
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NameSaracha andina
Scientific NameSaracha andina Rob.Fernández, I.Revilla & E.Pariente
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the high-altitude Andean regions of Peru, specifically found in areas like the Departamento de Ayacucho, Provincia de Lucanas, at elevations around 3665 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are documented in the provided information.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Saracha andina is a spiny shrub characterized by its small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. The herbarium specimen displays woody stems with prominent thorns, indicative of its shrubby growth habit.
