Witheringia killipiana
Image: The New York Botanical Garden (cc-by)
NameWitheringia killipiana
Scientific NameWitheringia killipiana
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Colombia, specifically collected along a road between Pueblo Rico (Risaralda) and Istmina (Chocó), near the Risaralda and Chocó border. The specimen was found along a small stream at an elevation of 285 meters.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo traditional medicinal uses are specified for this species in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo contraindications are specified for this species in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesNo specific cultivation notes are provided for this species.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This plant is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 1.2 meters in height. It produces white flowers and features large, broad leaves as seen in the pressed herbarium specimen.
