Solanum mellobarretoi
Image: J.R. Stehmann; Y.F.Gouvêa; S.N.Moreira (cc-by)
NameSolanum mellobarretoi
Scientific NameSolanum mellobarretoi M.F.Agra & Stehmann
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis species is found in Brazil, specifically in Minas Gerais, within the Serra do Cipo region near Santana do Riacho. It grows in forest patches, often along the edges of areas that have experienced burns, at an altitude of approximately 1364 meters.
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Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are currently documented for this newly described species.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications are currently documented for this newly described species.
Cultivation NotesThis species prefers high altitude (around 1364m) environments in forest patches, potentially thriving in areas that have experienced fire disturbance. It requires conditions similar to its native Brazilian habitat in Minas Gerais.
Rarityrare
Description
Solanum mellobarretoi is an andromonoecious shrub, typically growing between 0.3 to 2.5 meters tall, with the entire plant being viscid. It produces greenish flowers with purplish corollas, distinct purple veins, and yellow anthers. Its juicy fruits are initially greenish, maturing to an orange color, featuring a viscid, shiny pericarp and exhibiting explosive dehiscence.
