Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent moisture-related issues, especially in potted specimens.
Also known as In Tamil - It Is Called Thuthuelai · Indian Nettle
Pea-Egg Plant (Solanum trilobatum) is a thorny, scrambling shrub with edible fruits and leaves used in traditional medicine and cuisine.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season, reduce in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
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Contains solasodine, a glycoalkaloid.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent moisture-related issues, especially in potted specimens.
Prune to maintain shape, encourage bushier growth, and remove dead or diseased branches. Light pruning can be done anytime, while heavier pruning is best after flowering or fruiting.
Pinch back young stems to promote branching and a more compact form.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring, or from stem cuttings taken during summer. Seeds may require stratification or scarification for better germination.
Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining potting mix, kept moist, and provided with warmth.
Repot young plants annually, and mature plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting is best done in early spring before new growth begins to ensure minimal stress.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Solanum |
| Species | Solanum trilobatum |
Similar in genus Solanum
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