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Puerto Rico raintree
Scientific Name: Brunfelsia portoricensis
Family: Solanaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Brunfelsia portoricensis - Puerto Rico Raintree
Brunfelsia portoricensis, commonly known as the Puerto Rico raintree, is a flowering plant species belonging to the Solanaceae (nightshade) family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brunfelsia portoricensis
- Common Name: Puerto Rico Raintree
- Family: Solanaceae (Nightshade Family)
Distribution and Habitat
This species is endemic to Puerto Rico. It is found in at least 15-20 sites within Puerto Rico.
Morphological Characteristics
The Puerto Rico raintree is described as a small tree or a tall shrub.
Traditional Uses
In Puerto Rico, it has been traditionally used for various purposes, including addressing abortions, cholera, childbirth, fever, and menstrual problems. In Peru, it has been used for colds and flu, and in Trinidad, for abortions, cleansing blood, cystitis, and flu.
Resources and Further Information
- ARKive: Provides photos and facts about Brunfelsia portoricensis.
- Encyclopedia of Life: Offers information and articles about the species.
- Discover Life: Features a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of the plant.