Solanum chimborazense
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NameSolanum chimborazense
Scientific NameSolanum chimborazense Bitter & Sodiro
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to primary forests in the Oxapampa district of Pasco, Peru, found at elevations around 2400 meters above sea level.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesSpecific traditional medicinal uses for Solanum chimborazense are not documented in the provided context or readily available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsSpecific contraindications for Solanum chimborazense are not documented. As with many species in the Solanum genus, caution is advised due to the potential presence of steroidal glycoalkaloids, which can be toxic if ingested.
Cultivation NotesThis climbing shrub thrives in montane primary forest conditions, suggesting a preference for high-altitude tropical environments with specific soil, moisture, and light requirements typical of its native Peruvian habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A climbing shrub, this specimen displays woody stems with simple, ovate leaves, some showing signs of insect damage. It bears small, dark, berry-like fruits, characteristic of the Solanum genus, attached along the branches.
