Solanum citrullifolium
Melon Leaf Nightshade, Watermelon Nightshade
Also known as: Androcera citrullifolia (A.Braun) Rydb. +1 more
- Androcera citrullifolia (A.Braun) Rydb.
- Nycterium citrullifolium Nieuwl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Solanaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Solanum citrullifolium (commonly known as Melon-Leaf Nightshade or Watermelon Nightshade) is an annual belonging to the Solanaceae family. Naturally occurring in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Solanum genus, encompassing over 1200 species globally. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Texas
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)
Florida, Germany
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms