Pepino
Solanum muricatum
- Native to:
- Colombia, Ecuador, Peru
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Solanaceae
- Genus:
- Solanum
- Species:
- Solanum muricatum
- USDA Symbol:
- SOMU5
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 200 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep
- Bloom Colors:
- blue, purple, white
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, birds
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers fertile soils with good organic matter
Propagation & Germination
- Germination Time:
- 14–30 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily at 20-25°C without pretreatment.