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Solanum pyracanthum

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Author:  Nicolaas Joseph von Jacquin 1804
Family:  Solanaceae
Habitat:   Madagascar
Soil:   Mix
Water:   Medium
Sun:   Medium-Maximum
Height:  150 centimetres
Flower:   Lavender
Propagate:   Seeds
Names:   -
Synonyms:  -

This great looking member of the Solanaceae family was described by Nicolaas Joseph von Jacquin in 1804. It is found on Madagascar, growing in a well drained soil with some water and some to lots of sun. It will grow up to 150 centimetres in height, and the flowers are lavender in colour.