Solanum andreanum
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NameSolanum andreanum
Scientific NameSolanum andreanum Baker
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in montane wet forests and sunny overgrown fields at elevations between 2800-3200 meters in the Chimborazo province of Ecuador.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided metadata or image for Solanum andreanum.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsAs with many species in the Solanum genus, caution is advised due to the potential presence of steroidal glycoalkaloids, which can be toxic if ingested in sufficient quantities.
Cultivation NotesPrefers high-altitude montane environments (2800-3200m) with wet forest conditions and exposure to sun, typical of its native habitat in Ecuador.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A terrestrial herb characterized by simple, alternate leaves and flowers with a purple corolla, as observed in the herbarium specimen. The plant exhibits a woody stem structure with ovate-lanceolate leaves.
