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Solanum paucijugum

Family: Solanaceae


What it is like

A potato like herb. It grows up to 90 cm tall. Possibly now Solanum andreanum Baker.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows between 1,900-3,700 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Colombia, Ecuador South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit, tubers


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Sacha papa

Synonyms

Solanum flahaultii Bitter;