Solanum physalifolium
Argentina Nightshade, Argentine Nightshade
Other regional names: Green Nightshade +2 more
- Green Nightshade
- Hairy Nightshade
- Hoe Nightshade
Also known as: Solanum physalifolium var. physalifolium
- Solanum physalifolium var. physalifolium
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Solanaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Solanum physalifolium (commonly known as Argentina nightshade or Argentine Nightshade) is an annual belonging to the Solanaceae family. Originating in South America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is part of the broad Solanum genus, encompassing over 1200 species globally.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Peru
Introduced Range
An “Introduced” distribution indicates that the plant is recorded outside its native range in that region as a result of deliberate or accidental human introduction. Introduced records may include casual, naturalized or invasive populations, but do not include plants that are only cultivated or planted without self-sustaining populations.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Maryland, Spain, West Siberia, Wisconsin