Solanum virginianum
- Product number: 553975
- Origin: India, South America
- Latin: Solanum virginianum, also known as S. xanthocarpum, S. surattense
This very ornamental and thorny relative of the Eggplant is common in India and South America. The leaves are shaped like an American Oak, but blue-green with light veins and thorns ON TOP of the leaf. The lilac-blue flowers develop into round, green-veined fruits that ripen to yellow. The plant is not edible, but many parts are used medicinally. For this purpose, carefully study the sources and be cautious with its application! In the Netherlands, the plant grows as an annual, but it can be overwintered indoors or in a frost-free location.
See also: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow-fruit_nightshade
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Latin: Solanum virginianum, or also S. xanthocarpum, S. surattense
Dutch: Kantakari
Also: Kantikari
English: Yellow Fruited Nightshade
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- Flower colour: Purple flowers
- Origin: India, South America
- Average growth height: 90 to 120 cm
- Annual or perennial: Annual
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- Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Advanced
- Latin: Solanum virginianum, also known as S. xanthocarpum, S. surattense
- Dutch: Kantakari
- Also known as: Kantikari
- English: Yellow Fruited Nightshade
