Solanum obovalifolium
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NameSolanum obovalifolium
Scientific NameSolanum obovalifolium Pittier ex Benítez
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in humid ravines with remnants of original vegetation within coffee-growing areas in the Bejuma district of Carabobo, Venezuela, at altitudes between 1000 and 1250 meters above sea level.
Parts Usedleaf,fruit
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented for this species in the provided information or readily available ethnobotanical literature.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for this species due to a lack of known medicinal uses or pharmacological studies.
Cultivation NotesThis species likely thrives in humid, montane environments, similar to those found in coffee-growing regions at moderate altitudes (1000-1250 m). Conservation of its natural habitat, particularly remnants of original vegetation, is important.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A small tree characterized by large, ovate leaves. The specimen shows branches bearing small, round, immature fruits described as light green, and the plant is noted to have white flowers.
