Solanum chalmersii
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NameSolanum chalmersii
Scientific NameSolanum chalmersii S.Knapp
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in the La Paz department, Nor Yungas province of Bolivia, specifically at the Tunquini Biological Station within the Cotapata National Park and Integrated Management Natural Area. It grows in areas surrounding citrus cultivation at an elevation of 1600 meters above sea level.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are provided in the available metadata or image.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are provided in the available metadata or image. As with many Solanum species, caution is advised due to potential presence of steroidal glycoalkaloids.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are provided. Its natural habitat suggests it thrives in subtropical to tropical montane environments at around 1600 meters elevation, potentially in disturbed areas or forest edges near human activity like citrus groves.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Solanum chalmersii is a plant reaching up to 3 meters in height. It features simple, alternate, ovate to elliptical leaves and produces mature, roundish fruits, as observed in the dried specimen.
