Indian Nightshade (Solanum Violaceum) is a perennial shrub in the Solanaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Solanum violaceum is a much-branched shrub growing 50-150 cm tall, occasionally up to 200 cm, with pale yellow recurved prickles on stems and branches.

Indian Nightshade

Indian Nightshade

Solanum Violaceum

Solanum violaceum is a much-branched shrub growing 50-150 cm tall, occasionally up to 200 cm, with pale yellow recurved prickles on stems and branches.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, medicinal, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Indian Nightshade

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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