Loganiaceae FAMILY

Spigelia glabrata

Edibility

0/5

Medicinal

2/5

Safety & Hazards

We have no records of toxicity, but at least one other species in this genus is toxic. Care should be exercised if ingesting the plant[ K Title Plants for a Future Author Ken Fern Description Notes from observations, tasting etc at Plants For A Future and on field trips. ].

Botanical Description

Spigelia glabrata is a perennial plant with stems that can become woody at the base. The plant is gathered from the wild for local medicinal use.

Habitat & Origin

Origintropical

Native RangeNorthern S. America - Brazil.

HabitatNot known