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Solanum phlomoides

Family: Solanaceae


What it is like

A rounded prickly shrub. It grows 0.3-2 m high. The flowers are purple and blue.

There are about 1400 Solanum species.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in tropical and subtropical places.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit, rind only roasted


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Jipurlyu

Synonyms