Solanum quitoense
Quito Orange
Also known as: Solanum angulatum Ruiz & Pav. +4 more
- Solanum angulatum Ruiz & Pav.
- Solanum macrocarpon Pav. ex Dunal
- Solanum nollanum Britton
- Solanum quitoense f. septentrionale (Schult. & Cuatrec.) D' Arcy
- Solanum quitoense var. septentrionale Schult. & Cuatrec.
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Indigenous to South America, Solanum quitoense (commonly known as Quito-orange) is a plant belonging to the Solanaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Galápagos, Panama, Peru, Venezuela
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Cuba, Jawa, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico