Solanum johnsonianum
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Solanum johnsonianum
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Growth habit
- Bush
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Tropical regions of South America
- Toxic to pets
- Toxic
- Toxic to people
- Toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Solanum johnsonianum is
Solanum johnsonianum is a perennial bush that thrives in warm, stable climates. You will notice its preference for open, sun-drenched spaces where it can stretch its branches freely.
Living with this plant means providing consistent moisture and a spot with plenty of direct light. Because it grows from seed, you can observe its development from a small start into a sturdy, established shrub.
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Many plants in the Solanum genus contain solanine and other glycoalkaloids which are harmful if ingested.
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People and Solanum johnsonianum
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Indigenous origins
The plant existed in the wild across tropical South America, where it played a role in the local ecology.
- 19th century
Botanical documentation
Collectors and naturalists began identifying and cataloging the diversity of the Solanum genus during this era of global exploration.
- Present day
Modern collection
You now find this plant in specialized collections where growers focus on propagating it from seed to maintain its character.
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Frequently asked about Solanum johnsonianum
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Solanum johnsonianum?
Solanum johnsonianum is a species in the Solanum genus. Commonly known as Solanum johnsonianum, a perennial, and with a bush growth habit. Native to Tropical regions of South America.
How do you care for Solanum johnsonianum?
Reference care guidance for Solanum johnsonianum: full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
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