Solanum vallis-mexici
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NameSolanum vallis-mexici
Scientific NameSolanum vallis-mexici Juz.
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatCollected in the Federal District of Mexico, specifically south of Los Reyes to Ixtapalapa, near a women's prison, at an altitude of 2320m. It was found growing along a stone wall between a maize field and grazed land, spreading downhill, often associated with Ipomoea, Oxalis, and other taller herbs.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are described for Solanum vallis-mexici in the provided herbarium specimen or metadata.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications are described for Solanum vallis-mexici in the provided herbarium specimen or metadata.
Cultivation NotesThis species thrives in disturbed habitats at high altitudes (around 2320m), such as along stone walls bordering agricultural fields and grazed lands. It appears to tolerate competition from other herbaceous plants.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A herbaceous plant specimen, dried and pressed, showing stems, leaves, and a fibrous root system. The leaves appear simple or slightly lobed, and the plant exhibits a somewhat sprawling or climbing habit. The specimen includes both aerial parts and roots.
