Family: Solanaceae
(so-lan-AY-see-ee) Genus: Solanum (so-LAN-num) Species: mammosum (mam-OH-sum) Synonym:Solanum globiferum Synonym:Solanum mammosissimum Synonym:Solanum villosissimum
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Category Tropicals and Tender PerennialsWater Requirements Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwaterSun Exposure Full SunFoliage SucculentFoliage Color UnknownHeight 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)Spacing 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)Hardiness USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F) USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F) USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F) |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger All parts of plant are poisonous if ingestedPlant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling Bloom Color Magenta (pink-purple)Bloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Late Summer/Early FallMid Fall Late Fall/Early Winter Other details UnknownSoil pH requirements 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From herbaceous stem cuttingsFrom seed; sow indoors before last frost From seed; direct sow after last frost From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel Seed Collecting Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seedsProperly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |