Saracha spinosa
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NameSaracha spinosa
Scientific NameSaracha spinosa (Dammer) D' Arcy & D.N.Sm.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to high-altitude Andean regions, specifically collected near Pucyura, between Araccay-Cachimayo, at an altitude of 3350 meters in the province of Anta, department of Cuzco, Peru.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Saracha spinosa are not well-documented in common ethnobotanical literature. The genus Saracha is known for some species having edible fruits, but medicinal applications for this particular species are not widely recorded.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to a lack of documented medicinal uses and active constituent information, specific contraindications for Saracha spinosa are unknown. As with many plants in the Solanaceae family, caution is generally advised.
Cultivation NotesLikely prefers cool, well-drained conditions typical of high-altitude Andean environments. Requires specific conditions to thrive outside its native habitat, including protection from frost and potentially specific soil pH.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A woody shrub characterized by spiny stems and small, ovate to elliptic leaves. The specimen shows dried branches with persistent leaves, typical of a high-altitude plant.
