Solanum terraneum
Image: Symon, D.E. (cc-by)
NameSolanum terraneum
Scientific NameSolanum terraneum Symon
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound on red sand plains with grasses (Danthania, Eragrostis) and low shrubs, often with dead Acacia. Collected in Western Australia, 61km South of Agnew.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are documented in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsAs with many species in the Solanum genus, potential toxicity from steroidal glycoalkaloids should be assumed. Internal consumption of any part of this plant without specific knowledge is not recommended.
Cultivation NotesNo cultivation notes are provided in the available information.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herbarium specimen displays a spiny shrub with ovate, possibly hairy leaves. The label notes describe its fruit as slightly elongated and downturned, and its flowers as stellate and pale blue with divergent anthers.
