Solanum bauerianum
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NameSolanum bauerianum
Scientific NameSolanum bauerianum Endl.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatEndemic to Lord Howe Island.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented for Solanum bauerianum in the provided source. The genus Solanum is known to contain many toxic species, and this particular plant is extremely rare.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific medicinal uses or contraindications are documented for Solanum bauerianum in the provided source. However, many species within the Solanum genus contain toxic steroidal glycoalkaloids, and consumption is generally not recommended.
Cultivation NotesThis straggly tree grows up to 10 feet high and is described as short-lived. It is extremely scarce and in danger of extinction, with local extinction noted on Norfolk Island.
Rarityvery-rare
Description
Solanum bauerianum is a straggly tree, growing up to 10 feet high, characterized by alternate, simple, undulate, thin, light green, and shiny leaves. It produces white, 5-lobed flowers with fringed or incised lobes, yellow anthers, and a white style with a green stigma, forming a lateral cyme. The plant also bears immature fruits and is noted for being short-lived.
