Solanum dammerianum
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NameSolanum dammerianum
Scientific NameSolanum dammerianum Lauterb. & K.Schum.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in mid-montane forests on steep valley sides, typically collected from stream edges and landslide areas, at altitudes between 1000-2000m in Papua, Indonesia.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit,whole_plant
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Preparation Methods
Raritycommon
Description
Solanum dammerianum is a shrub growing up to 2.5 meters tall, characterized by violet flowers with green and orange-tinged calyces, and yellow stamens. Its stems are rusty green with orange-brown spines and stellate hairs, while its leaves are covered in rusty brown scales and white stellate hairs. The fruits resemble small tomatoes, maturing from red to black.
