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Solanum stelligerum

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Solanum stelligerum, the star nightshade or devil's needles, is a species of flowering plant in the family Solanaceae, native to eastern Australia.[1] A woody shrub reaching 2 m (7 ft), it is typically found growing on sand dunes, in open Eucalyptus woodlands, and on forest edges.[2] The small red fruit are eaten by Aboriginal Australians, but it is recommended to only consume low quantities.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b "Solanum stelligerum Sm". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 28 May 2023.
  2. ^ a b "Factsheet – Solanum stelligerum". Electronic Flora of South Australia. State Herbarium of South Australia. 2023. Retrieved 28 May 2023.
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Solanum stelligerum: Brief Summary

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Solanum stelligerum, the star nightshade or devil's needles, is a species of flowering plant in the family Solanaceae, native to eastern Australia. A woody shrub reaching 2 m (7 ft), it is typically found growing on sand dunes, in open Eucalyptus woodlands, and on forest edges. The small red fruit are eaten by Aboriginal Australians, but it is recommended to only consume low quantities.

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