Jamaican nightshade
Solanum jamaicense
This tropical nightshade species requires warm temperatures and protection from cold to survive. Provide well-draining soil and regular watering during the growing season, reducing in winter if grown as a container plant. Best suited for collectors of unusual solanaceae or tropical plant enthusiasts.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 180″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
48″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water When Top Inch Of Soil Is Dry, Allowing Slight Drying Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 8
Temperature
50° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 15, 2015 by Nelson Zamora Villalobos (cc-by-nc)
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