Solanum dallmannianum
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NameSolanum dallmannianum
Scientific NameSolanum dallmannianum Warb.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in secondary growth forest areas along creeks, at an elevation of about 300 ft, specifically between the Busu and Butibum Rivers, approximately 10 miles north of Lae in the Morobe District of Papua New Guinea.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit,bark
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesTraditional medicinal uses for Solanum dallmannianum are not specified in the provided image or metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsContraindications are not specified in the provided image or metadata. As a member of the Solanaceae family, caution is generally advised as many species contain potent alkaloids.
Cultivation NotesCultivation notes are not specified in the provided image or metadata.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Solanum dallmannianum is a small tree, growing to about 8 ft tall. It features greenish-brown, smooth outer bark, white inner bark, and stems with short spines. Its flowers have green calyxes, blue-violet corollas, and yellow anthers, producing crimson fruits when ripe.
