Solanum tumulicola
Image: Latz, P.K. (cc-by)
NameSolanum tumulicola
Scientific NameSolanum tumulicola Symon
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to arid and semi-arid regions of Australia, specifically noted in low gravelly areas associated with Acacia and Eucalyptus woodlands, such as those found near Alice Springs, Northern Territory, and in nature reserves in South Australia.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are known or documented from the provided image or metadata. Many species within the Solanum genus are known to be toxic.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo specific contraindications are documented for Solanum tumulicola from the provided data. However, the genus Solanum is known to contain various steroidal glycoalkaloids, which can be toxic, and many species are considered poisonous if ingested.
Cultivation NotesThis species likely thrives in well-drained, gravelly soils under full sun conditions, characteristic of arid and semi-arid environments. It would require drought-tolerant cultivation practices.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Solanum tumulicola is a species of the Solanaceae family, represented here as a dried herbarium specimen. It appears to be a herbaceous or subshrubby plant with elongated, somewhat narrow leaves and slender stems, consistent with the label's description of a 'small woody under-shrub'.
