Sessea lehmannii
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NameSessea lehmannii
Scientific NameSessea lehmannii
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in the Central Cordillera of Colombia, specifically above Coconuco in the basin of the Cauca River, near Patugó, at an altitude of 3000 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Preparation Methods
Rarityuncommon
Description
Sessea lehmannii is a tree growing up to 6 meters tall. Its leaves are ochre, flexible, with a dark green upper surface and a clear ochre-ashy underside. The plant produces pale greenish calyces and corollas that are white-greenish-yellowish.
