Additional information

• FamilySolanaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size1-2 m x 1-2 m
• Plant groupingShrubs to 2m
• LeavesThin, dark green stalkless lobed or entire leaves; lobed leaves broadly egg-shaped 10-50 cm long, 4-6 deep narrow lobes 5-10 cm x 8-12 mm; entire leaves narrow 5-15 cm x 5-13 mm. Leaves continue down stems as ridges.
• Flower colourViolet to purple
• Flowering timeAugust to December
• FlowersOpen flowers to 40 mm across, shallowly lobed. Round greenish fruit, poisonous.
• Bird attractingFruit
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist well drained soils on stream banks and forest margins. Tolerates moderate frosts. Semi shade.
• Garden useFloriferous quick growing plant. Prune to maintain bushiness and longevity.
• Commercially availableNever
• Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from very few local sites.
• Aboriginal Use Food - fruit when ripe

Photo Gallery

Photographer/s: 1, 4 Helen Moss ©; 2, 3 Daniel Ohlsen, Royal Botanic Gardens Board ©

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