Solanum denseaculeatum
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NameSolanum denseaculeatum
Scientific NameSolanum denseaculeatum Symon
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatCollected from Golden Pines, Watut, Morobe District, New Guinea, at an altitude of 3800 ft, growing alongside a road.
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Rarityuncommon
Description
This shrub, reaching about 10 feet in height, is notable for its needle-covered stems and rough, dull green leaves that are hairy underneath. It features bark that transitions from light grey to middle green externally, with a cream inner layer. The plant produces blue and yellow flowers, followed by green fruits.
