About
Solanum ochranthum is a large, evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub or climber producing the characteristic alternate leaves and star-shaped, yellowish flowers followed by ornamental fruit of the genus. A rewarding Solanum for a warm, frost-free, sheltered garden or large conservatory.
About the genus
Solanum are annuals, perennials, evergreen or deciduous shrubs or twining climbers producing alternate, simple or pinnately lobed leaves and star- or bowl-shaped, five-lobed flowers with prominent stamens, followed by fleshy fruits. A large and diverse genus including vegetables, ornamentals and climbers.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, walls (climbers). Some edible, some ornamental
Care notes
CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade. Tender species need frost protection
PruningPrune climbing types in spring. Remove dead growth
PropagationSeed in spring. Softwood cuttings in summer
Pest resistanceAphids and red spider mite
Disease resistanceBlight on some species. Virus diseases occasionally