Cocona (Solanum Sessiliflorum) is a perennial shrub in the Solanaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Solanum sessiliflorum, commonly known as cocona, is a small prickly perennial plant with a woody base and annual to perennial stems growing 1-2 meters tall.

Cocona

Cocona

Solanum Sessiliflorum

Solanum sessiliflorum, commonly known as cocona, is a small prickly perennial plant with a woody base and annual to perennial stems growing 1-2 meters tall.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:fruit production, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cocona

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Solanaceae
Genus:Solanum