Cutleaf Nightshade (Solanum Triflorum) is a annual herb in the Solanaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Solanum triflorum is a low-growing annual herbaceous plant in the nightshade family, recognized by its deeply lobed leaves and small greenish-white berries.

Cutleaf Nightshade

Cutleaf Nightshade

Solanum Triflorum

Solanum triflorum is a low-growing annual herbaceous plant in the nightshade family, recognized by its deeply lobed leaves and small greenish-white berries.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, soil stabilizer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Cutleaf Nightshade

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