Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Chile, Segunda Secc., Bot. 1891: 64. 1891.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001028208
Common Names
- Grandidentatum Nightshade
- Grandidentatum Potato
- Grandidentatum Solanum
Description
Solanum grandidentatum (also called Large-Toothed Nightshade, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has large, dark green leaves and its flowers are white or yellow. It grows in tropical forests, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Solanum grandidentatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Solanum grandidentatum is a white to pale purple star-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Solanum grandidentatum 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 grandidentatum
Solanum grandidentatum can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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