Solanum jubae
Image: Thulin, M. (cc-by)
NameSolanum jubae
Scientific NameSolanum jubae Bitter
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound along roadsides in Somalia, specifically 33 km north of Huddisa, near Berbera, at an altitude of 350 meters (10:15N 45:08E).
Parts Usedstem,flower
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Preparation Methods
Cultivation NotesLikely thrives in arid or semi-arid conditions typical of its native Somali roadside habitat, preferring well-drained soils. Requires warm temperatures and full sun.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herbarium specimen displays woody stems bearing small, dried flowers or buds. It is described as a shrub reaching 1.5 meters in height, with pale lilac corollas.
