Solanum stellativelutinum
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NameSolanum stellativelutinum
Scientific NameSolanum stellativelutinum Bitter
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in dry valleys and bushland in Bolivia (Cochabamba, Ayopaya, Independencia) at an altitude of 2373m. It grows on hard compacted ground, often by roadsides, amidst low spiny bushland with cactus and Prosopis.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are described in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNone specified in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesThrives in arid conditions, preferring dry, hard-compacted, and possibly eroded soils. It is found in bushland alongside cacti and Prosopis, indicating drought tolerance.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A shrub growing up to 2 meters, characterized by pale blue corolla flowers and unarmed stems. The leaves are simple, entire, and appear to have a velvety or stellate indumentum. Fruits are small, round berries.
