Solanum pseudoauriculatum
Image: V.C. Souza; C.P. Caliari; P.B. Garcia (cc-by)
NameSolanum pseudoauriculatum
Scientific NameSolanum pseudoauriculatum Chodat & Hassl.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Brazil, specifically found in the Pantanal region of Mato Grosso, in regenerating pasture areas near the Cuiabá River at an altitude of 120 meters.
Parts Usedleaf,flower
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional uses are detailed in the provided metadata or image.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are detailed in the provided metadata or image.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are detailed in the provided metadata or image.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A pressed herbarium specimen of Solanum pseudoauriculatum, a shrub growing to about 1.2 meters tall. It features large, ovate leaves and terminal clusters of dried flowers, which were originally described as having light purple petals and yellow anthers.
