Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mahoriense
ID:
1029972

Status:
valid

Authors:
D'Arcy & Rakot.

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 73: 498. 1986.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001029310

Common Names

  • Solanum mahoriense
  • Mahoriense Solanum
  • Mahoriense Potato

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Description

Solanum mahoriense (also called Mahor's nightshade, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate light shade.

Uses & Benefits

Solanum mahoriense, commonly known as the wild eggplant, is a popular food source. The plant is used to make a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and casseroles. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Solanum mahoriense are white and star-shaped, with five pointed petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a pair of cotyledons that are egg-shaped and slightly hairy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanum mahoriense is a perennial herbaceous plant in the family Solanaceae. It is native to South America and is grown as an ornamental in gardens. It is propagated by seed or cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It requires full sun and regular watering. Fertilizer should be applied every few weeks to ensure optimal growth and flowering.

Where to Find Solanum mahoriense

Solanum mahoriense is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.

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

William D’Arcy (1931-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D'Arcy' in the authors string.
Armand Rakotozafy (1932-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakot.' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import