Solanum gardneri
Family: Solanaceae
What it is like
A shrub. It grows 50 cm to 4 m tall. The flowers are white and yellow. The fruit are a yellow to orange. They are edible.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It has been recorded at 850 m above se level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, Central America, Honduras, South America, Venezuela
How it is used for food
The fruit are especially eaten by children.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Solanum margaritense J. R. Johnst.;