Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Knapp
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 38: 273. 1986.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001027843
Common Names
- Erosomarginatum Solanum
- Erosomarginatum Nightshade
- Erosomarginatum Tomato
Description
Solanum erosomarginatum (also called scalloped nightshade, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has white flowers and scalloped leaves, and is found in dry, disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Solanum erosomarginatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Solanum erosomarginatum is a white star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Solanum erosomarginatum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It should be fertilized regularly and watered deeply. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat, compact shape.
Where to Find Solanum erosomarginatum
Solanum erosomarginatum is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Species in the Solanum genus
Solanum aemulans,
Solanum blanco-galdosii,
Solanum brucheri,
Solanum edinense,
Solanum michoacanum,
Solanum procurrens,
Solanum rechei,
Solanum sambucinum,
Solanum vallis-mexici,
Solanum abitaguense,
Solanum abollatum,
Solanum abortivum,
Solanum absconditum,
Solanum abutilifolium,
Solanum abutiloides,
Solanum acanthodapis,
Solanum acanthodes,
Solanum acaule,
Solanum accrescens,
Solanum acerifolium,
Solanum achorum,
Solanum acroglossum,
Solanum acropterum,
Solanum acroscopicum,
Solanum actaeibotrys,
Solanum actephilum,
Solanum aculeastrum,
Solanum aculeatissimum,
Solanum acuminatum,
Solanum acutilobum,
Solanum adenobasis,
Solanum adenophorum,
Solanum adoense,
Solanum adscendens,
Solanum adspersum,
Solanum aethiopicum,
Solanum affine,
Solanum africanum,
Solanum agnewiorum,
Solanum agnoston,
Solanum agrarium,
Solanum agrimoniifolium,
Solanum ajanhuiri,
Solanum alatirameum,
Solanum albescens,
Solanum albicans,
Solanum albidum,
Solanum albornozii,
Solanum albostellatum,
Solanum aldabrense,
Species in the Solanaceae family