About Solanum denticulatum
Solanum denticulatum (Solanum denticulatum) is an undershrub belonging to the Solanaceae family (Nightshade/Tomato family). Members of this family are generally characterised by alternate simple leaves, cymose (extra-axillary) flower clusters, berry/capsule fruit. It is typically found in shola forests. It is native to India, Sri Lanka. Flowering and fruiting are typically seen during July-November.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Solanum denticulatum
- Genus
- Solanum
- Family
- SOLANACEAE
- Habit
- Undershrub
- Habitat
- Shola forests
- Native to
- India, Sri Lanka
- Distribution
- India, Sri Lanka, Malay Islands
- Flowering & fruiting
- July-November
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)

Botanical family
Solanaceae
Nightshade/Tomato family
Solanum denticulatum belongs to the Solanaceae family.
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