— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Huannco (Cinchona micrantha). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Huannco, scientifically known as Cinchona micrantha and belonging to the Rubiaceae family, is native to Peru where it thrives in moist environments with light or partial sun exposure. Huannco (Latin: Cinchona micrantha, family Rubiaceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Huannco is most often used to support immune support and stress & anxiety. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Huannco is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Huannco is a member of the Rubiaceae family native to PER. Huannco thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Huannco grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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