Solanum ptychanthum is a common annual herb found in disturbed areas. It produces small white flowers and green berries that ripen to black. All parts, especially unripe
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Highly adaptable, growing in a wide range of soil types. Prefers well-drained, fertile loams but can tolerate poor or disturbed soils.
Temperature
Warm (18-30 °C)
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Not Required
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist
Highly adaptable, growing in a wide range of soil types. Prefers well-drained, fertile loams but can tolerate poor or disturbed soils.
Warm (18-30 °C)
Frost sensitive
Outdoor
Not Required
Thrives in poor soil
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
30-90 cm
Spread
30-60 cm
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 6/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
All parts of Solanum ptychanthum, especially the unripe green berries and foliage, contain toxic glycoalkaloids like solanine. Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset, lethargy, and other symptoms in humans and pets. Ripe black berries are less toxic b
