Solanum polygamum
Cakalaka Berry
Also known as: Solanum inclusum var. albiflorum Eggers +3 more
- Solanum inclusum var. albiflorum Eggers
- Solanum polygamum var. thomae Kuntze
- Solanum polygamum var. thomii Kuntze
- Solanum tomentosum Griseb., 1857
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Solanaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Solanum polygamum (commonly known as Cakalaka Berry) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Solanaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. The genus Solanum is notably large, comprising more than 1200 species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Dominican Republic, Leeward Is., Puerto Rico