Solanum expedunculatum
Image: Streimann, H. (cc-by)
NameSolanum expedunculatum
Scientific NameSolanum expedunculatum Symon
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatThis plant is found in disturbed forest environments beside creeks, typically at an altitude of 2200 meters in Papua New Guinea.
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Cultivation NotesAs a small spreading shrub found in disturbed forest beside creeks at high altitudes (2200m), it likely prefers moist, possibly well-drained soils and some level of light disturbance.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Solanum expedunculatum Symon is a small spreading shrub. Its leaves are described as dull dark green above and green below, and it produces purple flowers and green fruits.
