Pepino (Solanum muricatum) is a tender perennial fruit-bearing plant cultivated for its sweet, juicy, melon-like fruits. It thrives in warm climates and full sun.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for at least 6-8 hours daily for optimal growth and fruit production.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Water deeply when the topsoil is dry.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 18-25 °C. Protect from frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer, switching to higher P/K during fruiting.
Requires full sun for at least 6-8 hours daily for optimal growth and fruit production.
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Water deeply when the topsoil is dry.
During growth and fruiting
Well-drained, fertile loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 18-25 °C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer, switching to higher P/K during fruiting.
Spring to Autumn
Plant Type
Herb, Shrub
Plant Category
Fruit, Vegetable, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.5-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
80000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 2/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
Yes
Ripe fruits are edible. Unripe fruits, leaves, and stems contain solanine, which can cause mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested.
