Water
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Also known as Nightshade
Solanum umbellatum is a shrub or small tree native to Africa, featuring ornamental white to pale lilac flowers and often producing edible berries, making it a versatile g
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average Room Temperature
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid frost and extreme cold.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Fruits and leaves are toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Harder pruning can be done in early spring before new growth begins.
Easily propagated from semi-ripe cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment until they root.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a good quality, free-draining potting compost. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Photos of Solanum Umbellatum (Solanum umbellatum)
Where Solanum Umbellatum (Solanum umbellatum) is found
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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 umbellatum |
Similar in genus Solanum
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