Solanum mapiricum
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NameSolanum mapiricum
Scientific NameSolanum mapiricum S.Knapp
Common NamesNone known
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to the montane rainforests (yungas forest) of Bolivia, specifically found in the Madidi National Park area, Pelechuco, Rio Tanhuara, at elevations around 1835 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are documented for Solanum mapiricum in the provided herbarium specimen or metadata. Further ethnobotanical research would be required to ascertain any such uses.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications or drug interactions are documented for Solanum mapiricum in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesCultivation would likely require conditions mimicking its natural montane rainforest habitat, including high humidity, specific temperature ranges, and well-drained soil, at elevations similar to its native range (around 1835m).
Rarityrare
Description
Solanum mapiricum is a small tree, reaching up to 4 meters in height, characterized by simple, alternate leaves. The provided herbarium specimen displays dried leaves and small, dark, immature fruits, which were noted to be green when fresh.
