Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Solanaceae

Genus:

Solanum

Species:

Solanum viarum

USDA Symbol:

SOVI2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

100 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to disturbed areas and pastures

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily after passing through animal digestive tracts; scarification may improve germination of fresh seed.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI