Solanum humectophilum
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NameSolanum humectophilum
Scientific NameSolanum humectophilum Ochoa
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in Peru, specifically in the Amazonas Department, Chachapoyas Province, 10-30km along the road from Leimebamba to Celendin. It grows in disturbed roadside vegetation within montane scrub at an altitude of 2836m.
Parts Usedleaf,flower,fruit
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Preparation Methods
Rarityuncommon
Description
A scandent herb characterized by rotate, purple, spreading flowers that emit a sweet fragrance. It produces elongate, green fruits with distinctive darker stripes on their upper part.
