Solanum caldense
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NameSolanum caldense
Scientific NameSolanum caldense
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Brazil, specifically Minas Gerais, Caldas municipality, Pocinhos do Rio Verde district. It thrives in partially sunny, deforested areas, often found near Araucaria trees and streams at an altitude of 1087 meters.
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Cultivation NotesThis species grows as an erect shrub up to 2 meters tall and prefers partially sunny environments. It is found in deforested areas near streams.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This erect shrub, reaching up to 2 meters, is characterized by its large green leaves and a dense covering of fine, light brown hairs on its stems and reproductive structures. It produces white flowers with prominent yellow stamens.
