Solanum sambiranense
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NameSolanum sambiranense
Scientific NameSolanum sambiranense D' Arcy & Rakot.
Common NamesMadagascar Nightshade
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatEndemic to Madagascar, found in dry deciduous and subhumid forests, often growing on limestone substrates.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThere are no widely documented traditional medicinal uses for Solanum sambiranense. Like many species in the Solanum genus, it is presumed to contain steroidal glycoalkaloids which can be toxic if ingested, and therefore, no safe medicinal applications are known.
Active Constituentssteroidal glycoalkaloids
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsAll parts of Solanum sambiranense should be considered potentially toxic due to the likely presence of steroidal glycoalkaloids. Ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal upset, neurological symptoms, and other adverse effects. Avoid internal use. No specific drug interactions are documented, but extreme caution is advised.
Cultivation NotesRequires a warm, tropical climate, well-drained soil, and conditions similar to its native dry deciduous or subhumid forest habitat in Madagascar. Specific cultivation details are scarce.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A spiny shrub or small tree endemic to Madagascar, characterized by stellate hairs on its stems and leaves. It produces simple leaves and typically white or purple flowers, followed by berry-like fruits.
