🌿Native Nature

Carolina horsenettle

Solanum carolinense

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Solanales ›Family: Solanaceae ›Genus: Solanum

About

Solanum carolinense, the Carolina horsenettle, is not a true nettle, but a member of the Solanaceae, or nightshade family. It is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the southeastern United States that has spread widely throughout much of temperate North America. It has also been found in parts of Europe, Asia, and Australia. The stem and undersides of larger leaf veins are covered with spines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Carolina horsenettle?
The scientific name of Carolina horsenettle is Solanum carolinense.
What kingdom does Carolina horsenettle belong to?
Carolina horsenettle belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Carolina horsenettle belong to?
Carolina horsenettle belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Carolina horsenettle belong to?
Carolina horsenettle belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Carolina horsenettle belong to?
Carolina horsenettle belongs to the order Solanales.
What family does Carolina horsenettle belong to?
Carolina horsenettle belongs to the family Solanaceae.
What genus does Carolina horsenettle belong to?
Carolina horsenettle belongs to the genus Solanum.