1,894 observations
Sierra Madre nightshade
Solanum houstonii
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae âșPhylum: Tracheophyta âșClass: Magnoliopsida âșOrder: Solanales âșFamily: Solanaceae âșGenus: Solanum
About
Solanum tampicense, also known as wetland nightshade, aquatic soda apple, and scrambling nightshade, is a perennial in the Solanaceae or Nightshade Family. It can exist as a vine, tree, or shrub and is native to the West Indies and Central America. It is classified as a noxious weed by the United States Department of Agriculture and by several states and is known as an invasive species in the state of Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Sierra Madre nightshade is Solanum houstonii.
- Sierra Madre nightshade belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Sierra Madre nightshade belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Sierra Madre nightshade belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- Sierra Madre nightshade belongs to the order Solanales.
- Sierra Madre nightshade belongs to the family Solanaceae.
- Sierra Madre nightshade belongs to the genus Solanum.