Solanum nakurense
Image: Hansen, O.J. (cc-by)
NameSolanum nakurense
Scientific NameSolanum nakurense C.H.Wright
Plant FamilySolanaceae
Natural HabitatFound in the Kikuyu Escarpment Forest (Lari Forest Reserve and adjacent areas) in Kenya, at altitudes ranging from 1830 m to 2130 m. It thrives in semi-deciduous bushland with some forest patches on the upper part of the escarpment.
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Cultivation NotesThis species prefers semi-deciduous bushland conditions at high altitudes (1830-2130m). It likely requires specific soil, moisture, and temperature conditions typical of its native Kenyan habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
A long roadside shrub, approximately 30cm tall, bearing light blue flowers with bright yellow anthers. The herbarium specimen displays woody stems with ovate leaves and terminal flower clusters.
