Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mellobarretoi
ID:
1335200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Agra & Stehmann

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 288(3): 259. 2016.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347654

Common Names

  • Solanum Mellobarretoi
  • Mellobarreto's Solanum
  • Mellobarreto's Nightshade

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Description

Solanum mellobarretoi (also called Barreto's Solanum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a short stem and long leaves, and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Solanum mellobarretoi is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food. It has a high nutritional value and is used to make jams, jellies, and sauces. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Solanum mellobarretoi has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solanum mellobarretoi is a shrub native to Mexico. It is best grown in a well-drained, sandy soil in full sun. It prefers temperatures between 50-75°F and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Solanum mellobarretoi

Solanum mellobarretoi can be found in Peru.

Solanum mellobarretoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solanum mellobarretoi?

Solanum mellobarretoi

What is the common name of Solanum mellobarretoi?

Mello-Barreto's Nightshade

What is the natural habitat of Solanum mellobarretoi?

Tropical forests

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.
Maria de Fátima Agra (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Agra' in the authors string.