Solanum dolichocremastrum
Image: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (cc0)
NameSolanum dolichocremastrum
Scientific NameSolanum dolichocremastrum Bitter
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to high-altitude regions of Peru, specifically found in the Ancash Department, Corongo Province. It thrives in open rocky screes, often adjacent to Polylepis forests, at elevations around 4180 meters.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented in the provided information. Members of the Solanum genus often contain various alkaloids, some of which can be toxic, and caution is advised.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A small herbaceous plant, typically growing up to 15 cm high, characterized by slender stems, ovate leaves, and rotate, spreading purple flowers. The specimen shows dried leaves and flowers, consistent with a pressed herbarium sample.
