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Solanum maternum

Family: Solanaceae


What it is like

A soft stemmed shrub. It grows 2 m tall. The flowers hang down. The fruit are green with darker green stripes. They are orange when ripe and edible.

This may be Cyphomandra betacea.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Bolivia, South America


How it is used for food

The fruit can be eaten raw and used for drinks.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

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