Solanaceae
Capsicum cardenasii
Heiser & P.G.Sm., 1958
Ulupica
LC
Description
Wild Bolivian species with tiny round fruits (< 1 cm), intensely pungent. Collected and sold informally as 'ulupica' in Bolivian markets. Considered one of the closest wild relatives of C. pubescens. Used in traditional medicine and as a condiment.
Phylogénie
Habitat & Distribution
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1 occurrence naturelle cartographiée
1Cochabamba, La Paz, Chuquisaca valleys · BoliviaSouth America
Altitude
1500–3000m
Climat
Andean montane dry
Sol
Rocky loam
Coordonnées
-17.500, -65.500
Conservation
Statut IUCN
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