Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Solanaceae

Genus:

Solanum

Species:

Solanum sisymbriifolium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

red, white

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Canada: Ontario

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to South America, prefers open, disturbed areas