Solanum foetens
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NameSolanum foetens
Scientific NameSolanum foetens Pittier ex S.Knapp
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in Venezuela, specifically in the Mérida state, Rangel district, El Baho, southwest of Santo Domingo. It thrives at the edges of cow pastures and forests on the south side of the Rio Santo Domingo, at elevations ranging from 2400 to 2800 meters.
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Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are described in the provided information for this species.
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Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are described in the provided information for this species.
Cultivation NotesThis suffrutescent plant reaches approximately 0.5 meters in height. It is adapted to high-altitude tropical environments (2400-2800m) and prefers conditions found at forest edges and disturbed areas such as pastures.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A suffrutescent plant, typically growing to 0.5 meters tall, characterized by large, ovate leaves and small clusters of flowers. The flowers possess white petals and distinctive yellow anthers.
