Solanum davidsei
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NameSolanum davidsei
Scientific NameSolanum davidsei Carvalho
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis plant is found along rocky streams in cloud forests at the bottom of valleys, and in thickets on very steep, forested slopes. It grows at altitudes between 1730 and 1850 meters in the Cerro de la Neblina region of Venezuela.
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Cultivation NotesThis species thrives in high-altitude cloud forest environments, preferring rocky stream banks and steep, forested slopes. It is adapted to conditions found at elevations between 1730 and 1850 meters.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Solanum davidsei is a shrub growing up to 4 meters tall, characterized by whitened stems and leaf undersides. Its flowers feature an accrescent, ridged calyx, a recurved white corolla with a yellow-green star, and yellow anthers.
