Solandra guerrerensis
NameSolandra guerrerensis
Scientific NameSolandra guerrerensis
Common NamesChalice Vine, Cup of Gold Vine, Trumpet Flower
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to dry forests and rocky slopes in Guerrero, Mexico, typically found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Parts Usedflower,leaf,bark
Medicinal Actionssedative,analgesic
Traditional UsesTraditionally used by indigenous cultures in Mexico for ritualistic and shamanic purposes as a potent hallucinogen and deliriant. It was also occasionally employed for pain relief or as a sedative, but always with extreme caution due to its high toxicity.
Active Constituentsscopolamine, atropine, hyoscyamine, tropane alkaloids
Preparation Methodsinfusion,decoction,poultice
Contraindications & WarningsEXTREMELY TOXIC AND POTENTIALLY LETHAL. Not for internal use without strict expert supervision. Can cause severe anticholinergic syndrome, hallucinations, delirium, tachycardia, dry mouth, blurred vision, and urinary retention. Interacts with other anticholinergic drugs, sedatives, and CNS depressants.
Cultivation NotesPrefers warm, tropical to subtropical climates with well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Can be grown as an ornamental vine, requiring support.
Rarityrare
Description
A large, woody, scrambling vine or shrub, endemic to Guerrero, Mexico. It produces striking, trumpet-shaped flowers that are white to cream on the outside, with prominent purple venation and a deep purple throat, often fragrant at night.
