Solanum chamaeacanthum
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NameSolanum chamaeacanthum
Scientific NameSolanum chamaeacanthum Griseb.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Cuba, typically found in humid coastal areas, often in sandy or rocky soils near the sea.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere are no widely documented traditional medicinal uses for Solanum chamaeacanthum. Many species within the Solanum genus are known to be toxic due to their alkaloid content, and this species should be treated with caution.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsDue to the genus Solanum's reputation for containing toxic steroidal glycoalkaloids, Solanum chamaeacanthum should be considered potentially toxic. Ingesting any part of this plant without expert guidance is strongly contraindicated.
Cultivation NotesPrefers humid, coastal environments with sandy or rocky soils. Requires warm climates typical of its native Cuban habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A thorny subshrub or shrub, characterized by deeply lobed, spiny leaves and small, typically yellowish flowers. The dried specimen shows these features along with small, globose fruits.
