Solanum dolichocremastrum
Image: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (cc0)
NameSolanum dolichocremastrum
Scientific NameSolanum dolichocremastrum Bitter
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in the Ancash Department, Corongo Province of Peru, specifically between km55-57 on the road from Yanac to Sihuas. It grows adjacent to Polylepis forest in open rocky screes at an altitude of 3955 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are mentioned for this species in the provided information. However, many plants within the Solanum genus contain toxic alkaloids and should not be ingested without expert identification and guidance.
Cultivation NotesThis small herb thrives in high-altitude environments (around 3955m) with open, rocky screes, often found near Polylepis forests.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A small herbaceous plant, typically growing up to 15 cm high. Its flowers feature rotate, purple, spreading petals, as observed in the herbarium specimen.
