Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Solanum hirtum is a sprawling shrub with hairy stems and leaves, producing small white to purple flowers followed by small, round, dark berries. Native to tropical Americ
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruit production.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Contains solanine, toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Solanum hirtum regularly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months.
Reduce watering frequency in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Prune Solanum hirtum to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems.
Light pruning can be done anytime, while more significant pruning is best performed in early spring before new growth begins.
Solanum hirtum can be propagated from seeds or stem cuttings. Sow seeds indoors in spring or take cuttings from healthy plants during the summer.
Rooted cuttings or seedlings can be transplanted outdoors after the last frost.
Repot Solanum hirtum every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one and use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in early spring before the active growing season starts.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Solanum Hirtum (Solanum hirtum) 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 hirtum |
Similar in genus Solanum
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