Solanum pancheri
NameSolanum pancheri
Scientific NameSolanum pancheri
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatEndemic to New Caledonia, found in humid forests, maquis, and shrublands, often on serpentine soils.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere is no widely documented traditional medicinal use for Solanum pancheri. Many species within the Solanum genus are known for containing toxic steroidal glycoalkaloids, and caution is advised.
Active Constituentssteroidal glycoalkaloids
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsAll parts of Solanum pancheri should be considered potentially toxic due to the presence of steroidal glycoalkaloids common in the Solanum genus. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset, neurological symptoms, and other adverse effects.
Cultivation NotesThis species is endemic to New Caledonia and typically grows in tropical humid forest understories. It prefers well-drained soils, including serpentine soils, and a warm, humid climate. Cultivation outside its native range is uncommon.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Solanum pancheri is a shrub or small tree endemic to New Caledonia. It features simple, alternate, ovate to elliptic leaves and produces small, spherical berries, typical of the Sololum genus.
