Solanum cucullatum
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NameSolanum cucullatum
Scientific NameSolanum cucullatum S.Knapp
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in the Maquipucuna Reserve, Ecuador, specifically in the vicinity of Nanegal, at elevations ranging from 1200 to 1313 meters. It thrives in humid trail environments.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit,seed
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesUnknown. The provided information is from a botanical specimen label and does not detail traditional medicinal uses.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsUnknown. No information on contraindications is available from the provided source.
Cultivation NotesThis species is a shrub growing 4-5 meters tall, naturally occurring in humid, montane environments (1200-1313 m elevation) in Ecuador.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This specimen features large, dried leaves and two fruits, one dissected to show seeds, from a shrub that typically grows 4-5 meters tall. The leaves are ovate with prominent venation, and the fruits are round and dark.
