Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
igniferum
ID:
1335172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gouvêa & Stehmann

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 288(2): 121. 2016.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347626


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Description

Solanum igniferum (also called Fire-bearing Solanum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Solanum igniferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solanum igniferum has small white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanum igniferum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune to control growth and shape the plant.

Where to Find Solanum igniferum

Solanum igniferum is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be found in wet, tropical forests.

Solanum igniferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solanum igniferum?

Solanum igniferum

What is the common name of Solanum igniferum?

Fire Nightshade

What is the natural habitat of Solanum igniferum?

Solanum igniferum is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, growing in dry, open, and rocky areas.

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

References

João Renato Stehmann (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stehmann' in the authors string.
Yuri Fernandes Gouvêa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gouvêa' in the authors string.