Solanum boreale

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Basic Information

Family: Solanaceae

Genus: solanum

Plant ID (slug): solanum-boreale

Numeric ID: 25509

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

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Physical Characteristics

Solanum boreale is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

South-western N. America.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[105, 161].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

All green parts of the plant are poisonous.

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Solanum boreale