Solanum cajamarquense
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NameSolanum cajamarquense
Scientific NameSolanum cajamarquense
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to high-altitude rocky slopes in the Cajamarca Department, Contumazá province, Peru, specifically around 2500 meters altitude. It thrives in mountainous, stony environments.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actionsanti-inflammatory,analgesic
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for *Solanum cajamarquense* in the provided context. Many species within the *Solanum* genus are known for their diverse chemical compounds, some of which have been traditionally used for various ailments, while others are recognized for their toxicity.
Active Constituentssteroidal glycoalkaloids
Preparation Methodsinfusion,decoction,poultice
Contraindications & WarningsAs with many *Solanum* species, potential toxicity due to steroidal glycoalkaloids should be assumed. Internal use is generally contraindicated without expert supervision due to the risk of adverse effects. Avoid during pregnancy and lactation.
Cultivation NotesSpecific cultivation notes for this wild species are not available from the provided context. It is naturally found in high-altitude, rocky, and possibly well-drained environments in the Andes of Peru.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A herbaceous plant or small shrub, as evidenced by the dried herbarium specimen. It features alternate, simple leaves and terminal or axillary inflorescences with small, somewhat star-shaped flowers. The specimen shows a slender stem with several leaves and flowering branches.
