Phureja
Solanum phureja

Family: Solanaceae

What it is like

A herb. It is a potato relative. It has 2 sets of chromosomes. [or Solanum tuberosum Phureja Group]

There are about 1400 Solanum species.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows at lower altitudes and sprouts quickly. This allows 2 or more plantings each year. This means it needs to be in a continuously mild climate. They are adapted to short day locations and cannot tolerate frost.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America, Venezuela

How it is used for food

It is cultivated in some places.

Edible parts

Root, tuber

How it is grown

The tubers do not have a dormant period so re-grow immediately.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Solanum ascasabii Hawkes; Solanum caniarense Juz. & Bukasov; Solanum cardenasii Hawkes; Solanum phureja var. pujeri Hawkes;