Solanum lindenii
Image: Orejuela, Andres, Castillo, Jhoana & Suarez, Mario (cc0)
NameSolanum lindenii
Scientific NameSolanum lindenii Rusby
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to humid montane forests of Bolivia, specifically found in the La Paz department, Larecaja province, near Consata, at elevations between 1500-1700 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo documented traditional medicinal uses for Solanum lindenii were found in available resources.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsAs a member of the Solanum genus, many species contain toxic steroidal glycoalkaloids. Without specific information on Solanum lindenii, it should be considered potentially toxic and not used internally or externally without expert guidance.
Cultivation NotesInformation on cultivation is not readily available. It is likely adapted to its native humid montane forest environment, requiring specific temperature, humidity, and soil conditions.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This is a pressed herbarium specimen of Solanum lindenii, displaying a stem with several large, alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves that have entire margins. A small, dark, spherical fruit or bud is visible in an axil. The specimen is dried and dark brown.
